TOLUENE
Prepared at the 25th JECFA (1981), published in FNP 19 (1981) and in FNP 52 (1992). Metals and arsenic specifications revised at the 63rd
JECFA (2004). An ADI 'not specified' was established at the 25th JECFA (1981) (No toxicological problems from residues as a food solvent in accordance with GMP)
SYNONYMS Toluol, phenylmethane
DEFINITION
Chemical names Toluene, methylbenzene
C.A.S. number 108-88-3
Chemical formula C7H8
Formula weight 92.13
Assay Not less than 99%
DESCRIPTION Clear, colourless liquid with a characteristic odour
FUNCTIONAL USESExtraction solvent
