Alpha Methyl Styrene

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Product Description

ProductAlpha Methyl Styrene
CAS98-83-9
FormulaC9H10
Synonyma-methyl styrene, Benzene, (1-methylethenyl)-

Typical Product Specifications

Density0.9062
Purity99.5% Min
AppearanceClear Liquid
Color (Hazen)10 Max
Polymer10 ppm Max
Water100 ppm Max
Insolubilityin water
Refractive Index1.5359
Molecular weight118.19
Colorcolorless liquid
Flash Point53.9 c
Boiling Point164-165 c
Chemical StructureChemical Structure
Notes

Used extensively in the production of plasticizer chemicals, resins and polymers.  

It is similar in structure to Cumene Hydroperoxide, a specialty intermediate found in the plastics and epoxy resins industry.  

ClassSpecialty Chemicals, Chemical Intermediates, Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) Chemicals
FunctionIntermediates, Chemical Intermediate
IndustryIndustrial, Resin & Coating, Adhesives
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