Toulene Oil
Toluene is a common ingredient in degreasers. It’s a colorless liquid with a sweet smell and taste. It evaporates quickly. Toluene is found naturally in crude oil, and is used in oil refining and the manufacturing of paints, lacquers, explosives (TNT) and glues. In homes, toluene may be found in paint thinners, paintbrush cleaners, nail polish, glues, inks and stain removers. Toluene is also found in car exhaust and the smoke from cigarettes.
When toluene is spilled on the ground or improperly disposed of, it can seep into soil and contaminate nearby wells and streams. Toluene can remain unchanged for a long time in soil or water that is not in contact with air.
Toluene is primarily used as a mixture added to gasoline to improve octane ratings.
However, toluene is also used in the production of various chemicals, including:
– Benzene
– Trinitrotoluene (TNT)
– Benzoic Acid
– Benzoyl Chloride
– Toluene Diisocyanate
In addition to the production of certain chemicals and being a gasoline additive, toluene
is also used to produce a number of consumer products, including:
– Paints
– Paint Thinner
– Antifreeze
– Lacquers
– Coatings
– Synthetic Fragrances
– Adhesives
– Inks
– Cleaning Agents
– Polyurethane
– Plastic Soda Bottles
– Pharmaceuticals
– Dyes
– Nylon
– Heating Oil
– Kerosene