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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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | −24 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 162.5±7.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 45.6±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 118.078247 |
| LogP | 3.25 |
| Additional Property | 4.1 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 2.8±0.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.510 |
| Additional Property | insoluble |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- 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 Code | 2902909090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2902909090 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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