Home › Chemicals › Ethylbenzene CAS 100-41-4: Ethylbenzene (C8H10) Identity CAS Number 100-41-4 Molecular Formula C8H10 IUPAC Name ethylbenzene Molecular Weight 106.16 g/mol SMILES CCc1ccccc1Synonyms ethylbenzene, phenylethane, alpha-methyltoluene, EB
2D Structure
Physical Properties Density 0.867 g/mL at 25°C Boiling Point 136.0°C Melting Point -95.0°C Flash Point 22.0°C Vapor Pressure 1.0 kPa at 20°C Refractive Index nD = 1.495 Dielectric Constant ε = 2.41
Safety & GHS Classification Flammable Irritant Health Hazard
H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways H332: Harmful if inhaled H373: May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Storage: Store in cool, well-ventilated area. Keep away from ignition sources and strong oxidizers. Ground/bond containers. Use explosion-proof equipment. Store in flammable liquids cabinet.
Material Compatibility Matrix Plastics Material Rating PTFE Excellent PVC Poor PE Good PP Good PEEK Excellent PVDF Good
Rubbers Material Rating Viton Severe Effect NBR Severe Effect EPDM Severe Effect Silicone Poor FKM Severe Effect
Metals Material Rating Stainless 316 Excellent Aluminum Excellent Copper Excellent Brass Excellent
Applications Styrene monomer precursor (dehydrogenation) Solvent for paints, coatings, and adhesives Xylene isomerization feedstock Petrochemical refining intermediate Ink and printing solvent Agricultural chemical solvent External References: PubChem
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