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Ethylbenzene, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Ethylbenzene is used as a solvent for rubber adhesives, varnishes, resins, paints and coatings. It acts as an intermediate in the preparation of styrene. It is also used as a fuel additive. It is added to gasoline as an anti-knock agent, thereby reducing engine knocking and increase the octane rating. In addition to this, it is used in natural gas recovery process.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Ethylbenzene is used as a solvent for rubber adhesives, varnishes, resins, paints and coatings. It acts as an intermediate in the preparation of styrene. It is also used as a fuel additive. It is added to gasoline as an anti-knock agent, thereby reducing engine knocking and increase the octane rating. In addition to this, it is used in natural gas recovery process.
Solubility
Miscible with alcohol, ethylalcohol, benzene, ethyl ether, carbon tetrachloride, organic solvents, sulfur dioxide and ether. Slightly miscible with chloroform. Immiscible with water and ammonia.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Melting Point
-95°C
Density
0.867
Boiling Point
135°C to 136°C
Flash Point
15°C (59°F)
Odor
Petrol-like
Refractive Index
1.495
Quantity
500 mL
UN Number
UN1175
Beilstein
1901871
Merck Index
14,3765
Hazard Category
H225-H304-H332-H335-H336-H351-H373
Hazard Statement
GHS H Statement
H225-H304-H373-H332
Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.
Harmful if inhaled.
Precautionary Statement
P201-P202-P210-P233-P235-P240-P241-P242-P243-P260-P271-P281-P301+P310-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340-P308+P313-P331-P370+P378q-P501c
DOTInformation
Transport Hazard Class: 3; Packing Group: II; Proper Shipping Name: ETHYLBENZENE
EINECSNumber
202-849-4
RTECSNumber
DA0700000
TSCA
Yes
Recommended Storage
Ambient temperatures
RUO – Research Use Only
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