Benzene EMPLURA MERCK

Product Description

• Benzene has a molecular formula of C6H6, a density of 0.87g cm-3, and a flash point less than 0F.Its 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.