99% Benzene EMPLURA MERCK, Chemical Grade, 500ml

About 99% Benzene EMPLURA MERCK, Chemical Grade, 500ml

• Benzene has a molecular formula of C6H6, a density of 0.87g cm-3, and a flash point less than 0F. It's less dense than water and slightly soluble in water, so it floats on water. Benzene vapors are heavier than air. 

• Benzene is used in: 
•  The chemical and pharmaceutical industries as a solvent 
• Gasoline 
• The synthesis of many chemicals 
• The production of consumer products like Styrofoam, detergents, inks, dyes, resins, lubricants, drugs, pesticides, and synthetic fibers 

• Production
• Benzene is produced from fossil fuels like coal and crude oil during heavy industrial processes. 
Occurrence

• Benzene is abundant in nature and is a natural component of gas emissions from volcanic fires. 
Benzene is highly flammable and burns with a sooty flame.