What Is Benzene?
Benzene is a clear, colourless liquid with a sweet smell and the formula C₆H₆. It is the simplest aromatic hydrocarbon, which means its molecules have a stable six-carbon ring. It is highly flammable, evaporates fast and does not mix well with water.
Industry values benzene mainly as a starting material. A large share of it is converted into other chemicals rather than used as a solvent. It is also a known human carcinogen, so it is only supplied to industrial users who can handle it under proper controls. You can read the full profile on PubChem.
Why Buyers Choose Us as Their Benzene Manufacturer in Maharashtra
With a hazardous chemical, one missing document or a poorly handled shipment can stop production and bring legal trouble. This is where we put our effort:
- Batch-wise quality reports: Each lot ships with a COA showing purity and key parameters.
- Complete documentation: SDS, GST invoice and hazardous-goods transport papers with every order.
- Maharashtra advantage: Close to the petrochemical and chemical clusters around Mumbai, Thane, Raigad, Pune and Aurangabad, so transit stays short.
- Safe packing and loading: Approved drums and tankers, loaded and sealed as per regulations.
- Practical technical support: Questions on storage, handling and specifications are answered by people who know the product.
Where Benzene Is Used
These are the main industrial applications:
- Styrene and polystyrene: the biggest end use, through ethylbenzene.
- Phenol and acetone: made through the cumene route.
- Cyclohexane and nylon: a key step towards nylon 6 and nylon 66.
- Aniline and dyes: used for dyes, pigments and rubber chemicals.
- Detergent intermediates: including linear alkylbenzene.
- Pesticides and pharma intermediates: as a base material in several synthesis routes.
If you are sourcing for these sectors, you may also want to look at related products such as acetone.
Product Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Chemical name | Benzene |
| CAS number | 71-43-2 |
| Molecular formula | C₆H₆ |
| Molecular weight | 78.11 g/mol |
| Appearance | Clear, colourless liquid |
How to Order from Our Maharashtra Facility
- Share your requirement, with grade, quantity, end use and delivery location, through our Contact page.
- We verify the requirement and send the specification, price and lead time.
- Once the technical details are approved, we confirm the order.
- We dispatch in approved packaging with COA, SDS and invoice.
Buying every month? Ask about our regular supply plan.
Safe Handling, Storage and Compliance
Benzene is highly flammable and can cause serious harm with repeated or long exposure, including damage to blood-forming organs and an increased risk of leukaemia. Basic precautions:
- Store in a cool, well-ventilated, approved area, away from heat, sparks and oxidisers.
- Keep containers tightly closed and earthed during transfer.
- Use closed systems where possible, chemical-resistant gloves, goggles and suitable respiratory protection.
- Follow workplace exposure limits and health monitoring requirements.
- Always read the SDS before handling.
Storage and transport of flammable liquids fall under Indian rules, so check with PESO about licences and with the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board about environmental approvals for your site.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who is a reliable benzene manufacturer in Maharashtra?
A reliable supplier gives you consistent purity, a COA with each batch, complete safety documents and legal, safe transport. Shivam Industries offers this from Maharashtra and supplies approved industrial buyers across India.
What is benzene used for?
Mostly as a raw material. It is used to make styrene, phenol, cyclohexane, aniline, detergent intermediates, dyes and some pesticides and pharma intermediates.
What is the CAS number of benzene?
The CAS number of benzene is 71-43-2.
Is benzene hazardous?
Yes. It is highly flammable and a known human carcinogen. It must be handled in controlled conditions as per the SDS and local rules.
What grades of benzene do you supply?
We can discuss industrial and other grades based on your process. Please share your purity and impurity limits when you enquire.
What packaging options are available?
Drums and bulk tanker supply, depending on your volume and location. Tell us your monthly requirement and we will suggest the best option.
What documents come with each order?
A COA, SDS and GST invoice, along with the transport documents needed for hazardous goods.
Do you deliver outside Maharashtra?
Yes. We deliver across India, including Gujarat, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Telangana and Delhi NCR, subject to route and regulatory requirements.
Looking for a trusted benzene manufacturer in Maharashtra? Send us your requirement and we will reply with specifications and a quote, usually within one working day.