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α-methylstyrene

Also known as: 1-methyl-1-phenyl-ethylene, 1-methyl-1-phenylethene, 2-Phenyl-1-propene, 2-Phenyl-2-propene, 2-Phenylpropene, 2-Phenylpropylene, 2-methyl-2-phenylethene, 2-phenyl-1-propen, A-METHYL STYRENE, AMS, Benzene, (1-methylethenyl)-, Benzene, isopropenyl-, EINECS 202-705-0, Isopropenylbenzene, MFCD00008859, Prop-1-en-2-ylbenzene, Styrene, α-methyl-, UNII-D46R9753IK, α-Methylstyrene, α-methyl styrene

α-methylstyrene (CAS 98-83-9) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H10 and a molecular weight of 118.176 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −24 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 162.5±7.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 45.6±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
98-83-9
Jingsj CID
J-330-6
Molecular Formula
C9H10
Molecular Weight
118.176 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point−24 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point162.5±7.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point45.6±0.0 °C
Exact Mass118.078247
LogP3.25
Additional Property4.1 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure2.8±0.1 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.510
Additional Propertyinsoluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / Irritant / Environmental HazardSignal word: Warning
  • H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
  • H411 — Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2902909090
Summary2902909090 other aromatic hydrocarbons。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:2.0%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of α-methylstyrene?

The CAS number of α-methylstyrene is 98-83-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of α-methylstyrene?

α-methylstyrene has molecular formula C9H10 and molecular weight 118.176 g/mol.

Is α-methylstyrene hazardous?

α-methylstyrene has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of α-methylstyrene?

For α-methylstyrene, Upstream Products: 2-Phenyl-2-propanol, 3-phenylbutyraldehyde, Cumene; Downstream Products: Cumene, Tetradecamethylcycloheptasiloxane, Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "α-methylstyrene (CAS 98-83-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-330-6 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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