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SECONDARY BUTYL BENZENE (SEC. BUTYL BENZENE) (SBB), CAS 135-98-8

General Information and Properties

Molecular Formula: C10H14

SECONDARY BUTYL BENZENE

Secondary Butyl Benzene (SBB) or sec butylbenzene (CAS 135-98-8) is a colourless flammable liquid with an aromatic odour. Its chemical formula is C10H14 with a molecular weight of 134.22 g/mol. It is alkyl benzene and its structure has a benzene ring substituted with a sec-butyl group. Sec butylbenzene is nearly insoluble in water and miscible with alcohol, ether and benzene. SBB is widely used in the flavours and fragrance industry. Vinati Organics is a leading manufacturer of SBB with the highest quality and purity.








     

    Physical and Chemical Properties:

    IUPAC Name: (Butan-2-yl)benzene
    Molecular Formula:C10H14
    Form:Liquid
    Colour:Colourless
    Odour:Aromatic
    CAS Number:135-98-8
    Boiling Point:173-174° C
    Molar Weight:134.22
    Density:0.8600 g/mL
    Refractive Index:1.4890 to 1.491
    Flammability:Flammable
    Relative Vapour Density:4.62

    Solubility: Nearly insoluble in water, miscible with alcohol, ether and benzene

    Synonyms: sec-butylbenzene, s-butylbenzene, 1-methylpropyl benzene

     

    Industry Applications

    • SBB is an intermediary compound used to make perfumery chemicals.
    • It is used to produce secondary butyl quinoline which has massive applications in the flavours and fragrance industry.
    • Secondary butyl benzene is also used as a solvent for coating compositions, surface-active agents, plasticizers and organic synthesis.
    • Quality and purity of sec butylbenzene are crucial to getting the most authentic results. It needs to be stored in drums.

     

    Summary

    Vinati Organics Pvt. Ltd. is one of the largest manufacturers of Secondary butyl benzene. Through chemistry and innovation, we offer the best quality of speciality chemicals and organic intermediaries to our clients. We produce the highest quality and purity of SBB for chemical, pharmaceutical, fragrance, toiletry and coating industries. With 3 decades of experience, Vinati Organics supplies its quality Secondary butyl benzene to over 35 countries across Europe, US and Asia. Our manufacturing approach is green to keep the impact on climate minimal and our products are environment friendly.

    FAQs

    Secondary Butyl Benzene (SBB) is a colourless, flammable liquid with an aromatic odour and molecular formula C10H14. It belongs to the alkyl benzene family and is registered under CAS 135-98-8 with a molecular weight of 134.22 g/mol.
    Sec Butyl Benzene is primarily used in the flavours and fragrance industry to produce secondary butyl quinoline. It also serves as a solvent for coating compositions, surface-active agents, plasticizers, and organic synthesis processes.
    Yes, Secondary Butyl Benzene is widely used as a solvent in coating compositions, surface-active agents, and plasticizers. Its miscibility with alcohol, ether, and benzene makes it a versatile solvent for various organic synthesis processes.
    SBB is used across fragrance & flavours, pharmaceuticals, toiletries, coatings, and chemical synthesis industries. Its dual role as a perfumery intermediate and industrial solvent makes it a highly versatile specialty chemical.
    Vinati Organics is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of Secondary Butyl Benzene, supplying to 35+ countries across the US, Europe, and Asia with the highest purity standards. Contact Us for bulk sourcing enquiries.

    Sec Butyl Benzene is also known by the following names:

    • s-butylbenzene
    • 1-methylpropyl benzene
    • (Butan-2-yl)benzene — IUPAC Name
    • CAS 135-98-8 — Universal Chemical Identifier

    All these names refer to the exact same compound registered under CAS 135-98-8.

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