Toluene CAS 108-88-3
Toluene (CAS 108-88-3, formula C7H8) is an industrial chemical with a molecular weight of about 92.14 g/mol. Its harmonised GHS classification carries the signal word Danger.
Identifiers
- Name
- Toluene
- CAS number
- 108-88-3
- CLP index number
- 601-021-00-3
- EC number
- 203-625-9
- Molecular formula
- C7H8
- Molecular weight
- 92.14 g/mol
- Also known as
- Methylbenzene, Toluol, Phenylmethane, Methyl benzene
GHS classification
Harmonised classification under the CLP Regulation (Annex VI), index number 601-021-00-3. Signal word: Danger.
| Hazard class | Code | Statement |
|---|---|---|
| Flammable liquids | H225 | Highly flammable liquid and vapour. |
| Aspiration hazard | H304 | May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways. |
| Skin corrosion/irritation | H315 | Causes skin irritation. |
| Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure | H336 | May cause drowsiness or dizziness. |
| Reproductive toxicity | H361d | Suspected of damaging the unborn child. |
| Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure | H373 | May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. |
Pictograms
- GHS02 Flame
- GHS07 Exclamation mark
- GHS08 Health hazard
Suppliers may classify additional hazards from their own data, so a supplier's Safety Data Sheet can list more than the harmonised entry.
Source: Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008, Annex VI, retrieved 2026-10-10. Confirm against the current consolidated text and your supplier's SDS before relying on it.
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Start free trialFrequently asked questions
- What is the CAS number of Toluene?
- The CAS Registry Number of Toluene is 108-88-3.
- What is the chemical formula of Toluene?
- Toluene has the formula C7H8 and a molecular weight of about 92.14 g/mol.
- What are the GHS hazards of Toluene?
- Toluene carries the signal word Danger. Its harmonised hazard statements are H225, H304, H315, H336, H361d, H373: Highly flammable liquid and vapour.; May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.; Causes skin irritation.; May cause drowsiness or dizziness.; Suspected of damaging the unborn child.; May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure..
- Which GHS pictograms apply to Toluene?
- GHS02 (Flame), GHS07 (Exclamation mark), GHS08 (Health hazard).
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