2-Methylstyrene
Also known as 2-Vinyltoluene, 1-Methyl-2-vinylbenzene, 1-Ethenyl-2-methylbenzene
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What is 2-Methylstyrene?
Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms
2-vinyltoluene has been reported in Solanum lycopersicum.
Identifiers
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- IUPAC name
- 1-ethenyl-2-methylbenzene
- CAS number
- 611-15-4 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 25087-21-2
- EC number
- 210-256-7
- Molecular formula
- C9H10
- UNII
- 556UO5CL44
- MDL number
- MFCD00014936
- InChIKey
- NVZWEEGUWXZOKI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C9H10/c1-3-9-7-5-4-6-8(9)2/h3-7H,1H2,2H3
- SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
- CC1=CC=CC=C1C=C
Synonyms
- 2-Vinyltoluene
- 1-Methyl-2-vinylbenzene
- 1-Ethenyl-2-methylbenzene
- Styrene, o-methyl-
- Benzene, 1-ethenyl-2-methyl-
- 2-Ethenylmethylbenzene
- o-Vinyltoluene
- o-Methylstyrene
- Vinyl toluene
- Poly(vinyltoluene)
- 2-Methyl-1-vinylbenzene
- 2-Methylstyrene (stabilized with tbc)
- 1-methyl-2-vinyl-benzene
- 1-ethenyl-2-methyl-benzene
- ortho-Methylstyrene
- Benzene, ethenylmethyl-
- o-methyl-styrene
- o-METHYL STYRENE
- (2-Tolyl)ethene
- Methylstyrene, o-
- 4-05-00-01367 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
- Nvzweeguwxzoki-uhfffaoysa-
- 2-Methylstyrene, >=95.0% (GC)
- Benzene,ethenylmethyl-, homopolymer
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade
| Appearance | Liquidexp.Measured value |
|---|---|
| Melting point | -68.5 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Boiling point | 170 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Density | 0.9077 g/cm³ at 25 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Flash point | 58 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Autoignition temperature | 494 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Solubility | Insoluble in waterexp.Measured value |
| Vapour pressure | 1.85 mm Hg at 25 °Cexp.Measured value |
Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.
Computed descriptors
Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation
| Molecular weight | 118.18 g/molcalc.Computed value |
|---|---|
| Exact mass | 118.0783 Dacalc.Computed value |
| LogP (octanol/water) | 2.64calc.Computed value |
| Topological polar surface area | 0 Ųcalc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond donors | 0calc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond acceptors | 0calc.Computed value |
| Rotatable bonds | 1calc.Computed value |
| Heavy atoms | 9calc.Computed value |
| Rings | 1calc.Computed value |
| Aromatic rings | 1calc.Computed value |
| Fraction sp3 carbons | 0.11calc.Computed value |
| Formal charge | 0calc.Computed value |
| Stereocentres | 0calc.Computed value |
| Lipinski rule of five | Passes (0 violations)calc.Computed value |
Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.
Murcko scaffold
The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed
Safety and hazards
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet
Hazard statements
- H332Harmful if inhaled.
- H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (7)
- P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
- P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
- P273Avoid release to the environment.
- P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P317Get medical help.
- P391Collect spillage.
- P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
- UN number
- UN 2618
- Transport hazard class
- 3
- Packing group
- III
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.
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Uses and applications
What the substance is used for, by industry and function
Industrial uses: Surface modifier, Diluent, Monomers, Fuel agents, Solvent.
Consumer uses: Fuel agents, Monomers.
Industries and functions
Regulatory status
Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance
Europe
- EU harmonised classification (CLP Annex VI)Index no: 601-028-00-1
HS code and trade data
Customs classification and reported world trade statistics
Global trade
World import and export statistics for the HS code 2-Methylstyrene is traded under.
Cyclic hydrocarbons, other
- Germany11.1%
- United States10.6%
- South Korea8.3%
* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.
The HS code shown for 2-Methylstyrene is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.
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