CAS 98-82-8: Cumene (C9H12)

Identity

CAS Number98-82-8
Molecular FormulaC9H12
IUPAC Namepropan-2-ylbenzene
Molecular Weight120.19 g/mol
SMILESCC(C)c1ccccc1
Synonymsisopropylbenzene, cumene, 2-phenylpropane, isopropylbenzol

2D Structure

Physical Properties

Density0.864 g/mL at 25°C
Boiling Point152.0°C
Melting Point-96.0°C
Flash Point39.0°C
Vapor Pressure0.5 kPa at 20°C
Refractive IndexnD = 1.491
Dielectric Constantε = 2.38

Safety & GHS Classification

FlammableIrritantHealth Hazard

Storage: Store in cool, well-ventilated area. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Ground/bond containers. Store away from strong oxidizers. Store in flammable liquids cabinet.

Material Compatibility Matrix

Plastics

MaterialRating
PTFEExcellent
PVCPoor
PEGood
PPGood
PEEKExcellent
PVDFGood

Rubbers

MaterialRating
VitonSevere Effect
NBRSevere Effect
EPDMSevere Effect
SiliconePoor
FKMSevere Effect

Metals

MaterialRating
Stainless 316Excellent
AluminumExcellent
CopperExcellent
BrassExcellent

Applications

External References: PubChem

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