Compatibility Rating
At 20°C (68°F)
Poor
Not recommended - significant degradation expected
At 50°C (122°F)
Poor
Not recommended - significant degradation expected
Why is PVC Flexible rated this way to Toluene?
PVC Flexible is not recommended for use with Toluene. Significant degradation or failure is expected.
⚠️ When NOT to use PVC Flexible
Avoid using PVC (Flexible/Plasticized) with the same solvents as rigid PVC, plus any chemical that extracts plasticizers. Generally less resistant than rigid PVC.
Comparison Table — All Materials for Toluene
| Material | 20°C | 50°C |
|---|---|---|
| HDPE | C | D |
| LDPE | C | D |
| PP | C | D |
| PTFE | A | NR |
| PVDF | A | A |
| FEP | A | A |
| ECTFE/ETFE | A | A |
| EPDM | D | D |
| Viton (FPM) | C | C |
| NBR | D | D |
| Silicone | NR | NR |
| SS 316 | A | A |
| SS 304 | A | A |
| Aluminium | A | A |
| PVC Rigid | D | D |
| PVC Flexible | D | D |
| PMP | C | C |
| Polystyrene | D | D |
| SAN | D | D |
| Polycarbonate | D | D |
| PETG | A | NR |
| Acetal (POM) | A | C |
| Nylon (PA) | A | NR |
| Polysulfone | D | D |
A=Excellent · B=Good · C=Fair · D=Poor · NR=No Data
FAQ
Is PVC Flexible resistant to Toluene?
PVC Flexible has Poor (D) resistance to Toluene at 20°C. Not recommended - significant degradation expected.
Can I store Toluene in PVC Flexible containers?
Use caution - PVC Flexible is rated D (Poor) for Toluene.