Styrene Monomer
Styrene Monomer is a colorless to yellowish liquid with a distinctive sweet smell. It is an aromatic hydrocarbon and belongs to the family of vinyl monomers.
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HS Code
29025000
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CAS No
100-42-5
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Chemical Formula
C8H8
APPLICATION & USAGE
- Styrene Monomer is a crucial building block in the production of various polymers and copolymers.
- It is mainly used in the manufacture of polystyrene, a widely used plastic for packaging, insulation, and consumer goods.
- Additionally, it is used in the production of acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) resins, styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR), and unsaturated polyester resins used in reinforced plastics and fiberglass.
- Furthermore, it finds applications in the production of synthetic rubber, latexes, and various specialty chemicals. Its versatility and wide range of applications make it a vital component in the plastics and rubber industries.
SIMILAR NAME
- Vinylbenzene / Phenylethylene
PACKING
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