CAS 1129-29-9

1-(1-Methylethenyl)-3-(1-methylethyl)benzene

Description:

1-(1-Methylethenyl)-3-(1-methylethyl)benzene, commonly known as p-cymene, is an aromatic hydrocarbon characterized by its distinct structure, which includes a benzene ring substituted with both isopropyl and vinyl groups. This compound is a colorless liquid at room temperature and possesses a pleasant, citrus-like odor, making it useful in the fragrance and flavor industries. p-Cymene is known for its relatively low toxicity and is often utilized as a solvent and in the synthesis of other organic compounds. It exhibits moderate solubility in water but is more soluble in organic solvents. The compound is stable under normal conditions but can undergo reactions typical of aromatic compounds, such as electrophilic substitution. Additionally, p-cymene has been studied for its potential antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, contributing to its applications in food preservation and natural product chemistry. Its presence in essential oils, particularly from thyme and cumin, further highlights its significance in both natural and synthetic contexts.

Formula: C₁₂H₁₆

InChI: InChI=1/C12H16/c1-9(2)11-6-5-7-12(8-11)10(3)4/h5-8,10H,1H2,2-4H3

InChI key: InChIKey=BDXXZCIRCYKRBT-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(C)(C)C1=CC(C(C)=C)=CC=C1

Synonyms:

• 1-(propan-2-yl)-3-(prop-1-en-2-yl)benzene
• m-Isopropyl-α-methylstyrene
• Styrene, m-isopropyl-α-methyl-
• 1-Isopropenyl-3-isopropylbenzene
• 1-ISO-PROPENYL-3-ISO-PROPYLBENZENE
• Styrene, m-isopropyl-alpha-methyl-
• m-Isopropyl-alpha-methylstyrene
• 1-propan-2-yl-3-prop-1-en-2-ylbenzene
• Benzene, 1-(1-methylethenyl)-3-(1-methylethyl)-
• Styrene, m-isopropyl-alpha-methyl-
• 1-(1-Methylethenyl)-3-(1-methylethyl)benzene

1-Isopropenyl-3-iso-propylbenzene

CAS: 1129-29-9

1-Isopropenyl-3-iso-propylbenzene

Purity: 98%(stabilized with TBC)

Molecular weight: 160.26g/mol

Ref: 54-OR1006373