C10H14
Isobutyl Benzene is an organic,aromatic,colourless liquid.IBB is also known as a speciality solvent. IBB manufacturing process involves reaction of toluene with propylene in the presence of sodium/potassium alloy catalyst.
(2-Methylpropyl)benzene; (2-Methyl-1-Propyl)Benzene; (2-Methylpropyl)-Benzen; 1-Phenyl-2-Methylpropane; Isobutyl-; Benzene,(2-Methylpropyl)
Property
Specifications
Structure
IUPAC Name
(2-Methylpropyl)benzene
Appearance
Clear Colourless Liquid
Molar Mass
134.22 g/mol
Density
0.853 g/cm3
Melting Point
−51 °C
Boiling Point
173 °C
Solubility in Water
Insoluble in normal water. Partially soluble in cold water
Vapour Pressure
10 KPa @20°C
Flash Point
−18 °C
Viscosity
-
Odour
Aromatic
APHA Value
-
Hazard Identification
UN No.3295, UN class -3
IsobutylBenzene (IBB) is used in pharmaceutical products and perfume industry.IBB is having wide application in manufacturing of ibuprofen, an analgesic, anti-inflammatory, over the counter painkiller.
Isobutyl Benzene’s (IBB) increasing demand for fragrances and perfume industry is the key reason for its market growth in next few years.
As per the market report IBB market will grow at a CAGR of 4.67% in the period from 2022 - 2025.
Chemical grade
Elchemy International is offering Indian Make of Isobutyl Benzene’s (IBB).
Tanked Load
Isobutyl Benzene (IBB) is stable and normal at room temperature and standard conditions.Shelf life of IBB is 60 months.