Category
Chemical Primary Standard
CAS Number
100-41-4
Molecular Formula
C8H10
Molecular Weight
106.16 g/mol
Synonym

Phenylethane; Benzene;Ethylbenzol ; 1-Ethylbenzene ; Ethylbenzene; Ethylbenzol;Phenylethane; α-Methyltoluene;

Keywords
Miscellaneous compounds
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Ethylbenzene is primarily used in the production of styrene, which is a key monomer for making polystyrene plastics and synthetic rubber. It is also utilized as a solvent in paints, coatings, and chemical processes due to its ability to dissolve various organic compounds.