Appearance: Transparent, colorless liquid with a slight odor
Chemical formula: C6H4 (CH3) 2 / C8H10
International name: benzene-toluene fraction (bentol)
CAS: 71-43-2 + 108-88-3
UN: 1993
EU: 200-753-7 + 203-625-9
GNG code: 29029080
OKPD2 code: 20.14.12.130
HS code: 2902900000
UN classification: UN hazard class: 3; UN packing group: I
Security card: 314
Flash point: -4 °C
Auto-ignition temperature: +614 °C
Flash point: + 31 - 91 °C
Solubility: insoluble in water
Shelf life: 12 months
Transportation: The benzene-toluene fraction is transported by rail or road. When transporting with the use of road and rail tank cars, containers are used, which are equipped with a special bottom loading / unloading system. Due to the rapid ignition, it is forbidden to use the drain and pouring of a free falling jet. Railway tanks that are used for the transportation of bentol must be accompanied by an official document - a certificate indicating the name of the oil product that was discharged from the tank and the procedure for preliminary preparation of the tank.
Storage: Bentol is stored in specially equipped metal tanks in compliance with the rules for storing flammable substances.