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Ethylbenzene
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Ethylbenzene is a clear, aromatic hydrocarbon primarily used as a precursor in the production of styrene for plastics, synthetic rubber, and resins. It also serves as a solvent in industrial applications. This chemical has a CAS number of 100-41-4, carries no signal word under GHS classification, and is typically handled as a flammable liquid with proper ventilation. Molekula supplies Ethylbenzene from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 89966046
- CAS Number
- 100-41-4
- IUPAC Name
- ethylbenzene
- EC Number
- 202-849-4
- Exact Mass
- 106.0783
- SMILES
- CCC1=CC=CC=C1
- InChIKey
- YNQLUTRBYVCPMQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C8H10/c1-2-8-6-4-3-5-7-8/h3-7H,2H2,1H3
- PubChem CID
- 7500
Synonyms
- 1-ethylbenzene
- Aethylbenzol
- alpha-Methyltoluene
- Benzene, ethyl-
- Ethylbenzeen
- Ethylbenzol
- Ethylenzene
- Etilbenzene
- Etylobenzen
- Phenylethane
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Appearance
- Colorless liquid
- Odour
- Aromatic odor
- Melting Point
- -94.95 °C
- Boiling Point
- 136.2 °C
- Density
- 0.9 (relative, water = 1)
- Water Solubility
- 169 mg/L at 25 °C
- Solubility (other solvents)
- Soluble in all proportions in ethyl alcohol and ethyl ether
- Vapour Pressure
- 0.9 kPa at 20 °C
- Refractive Index
- 1.4959
- log P (octanol/water)
- 3.15
Source: PubChem CID 7500 (HSDB, ICSC)
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Frequently asked questions
What is ethylbenzene commonly used for?
Ethylbenzene is primarily used as a precursor in the production of styrene, which is essential for manufacturing polystyrene plastics, synthetic rubber, and other polymers.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of ethylbenzene?
The chemical formula is C₈H₁₀, and the molecular weight is 106.17 g/mol.
What grade of ethylbenzene does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies technical/industrial grade ethylbenzene, meeting standard purity requirements for chemical manufacturing.
Can Molekula supply ethylbenzene in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide ethylbenzene in bulk, with flexible packaging options (drums, IBCs, or tanker loads) depending on order volume.
What documentation is included with an ethylbenzene order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS), and a packing list for compliance and safety.
Related products
Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.