CAS 100-42-5: Styrene (C8H8)

Identity

CAS Number100-42-5
Molecular FormulaC8H8
IUPAC Nameethenylbenzene
Molecular Weight104.15 g/mol
SMILESC=Cc1ccccc1
Synonymsvinylbenzene, phenylethylene, styrol, cinnamene

2D Structure

Physical Properties

Density0.909 g/mL at 25°C
Boiling Point145.0°C
Melting Point-30.0°C
Flash Point31.0°C
Vapor Pressure0.7 kPa at 20°C
Refractive IndexnD = 1.546
Dielectric Constantε = 2.4

Safety & GHS Classification

FlammableIrritantHealth Hazard

Storage: Store with inhibitor (4-tert-butylcatechol, 10-15 ppm). Polymerizes spontaneously — keep below 25°C. Flammable — store away from ignition sources. Use in well-ventilated area.

Material Compatibility Matrix

Plastics

MaterialRating
PTFEExcellent
PVCPoor
PEFair
PPFair
PEEKExcellent
PVDFGood

Rubbers

MaterialRating
VitonSevere Effect
NBRSevere Effect
EPDMSevere Effect
SiliconeSevere Effect
FKMSevere Effect

Metals

MaterialRating
Stainless 316Excellent
AluminumExcellent
CopperGood
BrassGood

Applications

External References: PubChem

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