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2-Phenyl-1-propene

CAS 98-83-9

Molecular structure of 2-Phenyl-1-propene

CAS · 98-83-9

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Product Overview

2-Phenyl-1-propene is a high-purity resins supplied for industrial and specialty chemical applications. Contact our team for specifications, packaging options and lead times.

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Product Specifications

Appearance: Colorless or light yellow transparent liquid, no mechanical impurities, no free water
Assay: 99.2% min
Tert-butylbenzene, wt%: 0.35
Polymer content, %: 0.0015 max
Polymerization blocker (TBC), ppm-wt: 8-15
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Applications

 

1. Polymer and Resin Production

Used as a monomer or comonomer in the manufacture of specialty polymers and resins.

Its vinyl group allows polymerization, while the phenyl ring imparts rigidity and thermal stability.

Used in the production of styrenic polymers and copolymers with tailored properties.

2. Organic Synthesis Intermediate

Acts as a key building block in organic synthesis to prepare pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and fine chemicals.

Participates in various reactions such as hydrogenation, oxidation, and addition reactions to create derivatives.

3. Fragrance and Flavor Industry

Some derivatives of 2-phenyl-1-propene are used as precursors in the synthesis of fragrances and flavoring agents, contributing aromatic notes.

4. Research and Development

Employed in academic and industrial research as a model compound for studying vinyl aromatic chemistry and polymerization mechanisms.

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Benefits

Reactive Vinyl Group: Facilitates polymerization and diverse chemical modifications.

Aromatic Stability: Phenyl group provides thermal and chemical stability to derivatives.

Versatile Intermediate: Useful in manufacturing a wide range of chemicals.

Liquid Form: Easy to handle and incorporate into formulations.

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Conclusion

2-Phenyl-1-propene (CAS 98-83-9) is an important vinyl aromatic compound widely used in polymer production, organic synthesis, and fragrance manufacturing. Its combination of a reactive vinyl group and stable phenyl ring enables versatile chemical transformations and the production of materials with desirable properties such as heat resistance and rigidity.

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