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STYRENE

CAS:100-42-5

Styrene (chemical name: Styrene, English name: Styrene, molecular formula: C₈H₈) is an important organic chemical raw material

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STYRENE

Styrene (chemical name: Styrene, English name: Styrene, molecular formula: C₈H₈) is an important organic chemical raw material

Technical Specifications

  • Appearance: Colorless transparent liquid with special aroma
  • Melting point: -30.6°C
  • Boiling point: 145.2°C
  • Density: 0.906 g/cm³ (20°C)
  • Refractive index: 1.5467 (20°C)
  • Flash point: 31.1°C (open cup)
  • Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in ethanol/ether/methanol/acetone/CS²
  • Reactivity: Contains unsaturated double bonds with conjugated benzene rings. Polymerizes to PS, copolymers with other monomers
  • Stability: Requires inhibitors (e.g. hydroquinone) to prevent polymerization/oxidation

Applications

  • Synthetic resin:
    • Polystyrene (PS): Packaging materials, disposable tableware, toys
    • Copolymers: SBR rubber (tires/hoses), SAN plastic (chemical-resistant products)
  • Synthetic rubber:
    • Styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR): Tires, rubber shoes, hoses
  • Plastic products:
    • Polystyrene (PS): Transparent packaging, disposable products
  • Pharmaceuticals & Pesticides:
    • Antibacterial/anti-tumor drug intermediates
    • Herbicide/pesticide synthesis
  • Other applications:
    • Coatings/inks production
    • Fragrance/cosmetic ingredients

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