General Information and Properties
CAS No: 2049-95-8
Molecular formula: C11H16
Tertiary Amyl Benzene or TAB (CAS 2049-95-8) is a clear aromatic flammable liquid. Its formula is C11H16 and has a molecular weight of 148.25 g/mol. The synonyms for TAB are (1,1-Dimethylpropyl)benzene and 2-Methyl-2-phenylbutane. Tertiary Amyl Benzene is a key ingredient in the production of hydrogen peroxide (H202) and it is also used as a part of electrolyte in Lithium-ion batteries.
Vinati Organics Pvt. Ltd. is one of the leading companies to provide top quality tertiary amyl benzene with the highest purity.
Physical and Chemical Properties:
IUPAC Name: | 2-methylbutan-2-ylbenzene |
Molecular Formula: | C11H16 |
Form: | Liquid |
Colour: | Clear |
Odour: | Aromatic |
CAS Number: | 2049-95-8 |
Boiling Point: | 191° C |
Molar Weight: | 148.25 |
Density: | 0.87 g/cm3 |
Refractive Index: | 1.4960 |
Flammability: | Flammable |
Relative Vapour Density: | 5.1 |
Solubility: Insoluble in water, miscible with alcohol and ether
Synonyms: (1,1-Dimethylpropyl)benzene, 2-Methyl-2-phenylbutane
How Is it Manufactured?
Tertiary Amyl Benzene is manufactured from amyl alcohol and hydrochloric acid. When these two chemicals are mixed, the temperature of the mixture increases rapidly and it produces tertiary amyl chloride. Then tertiary amyl chloride is mixed with methyl benzene to yield tertiary amyl benzene.
Industry Applications
Summary
Vinati Organics is one of the largest manufacturers of Tertiary Amyl Benzene (TAB). With 32 years of strong experience in the production of speciality chemicals and organic intermediaries, we provide TAB to pharmaceutical, chemical, electronic device and vehicle sectors. Purity is of utmost importance for tertiary amyl benzene as it is a vital intermediary for various chemical processes. Therefore, Vinati Organics provides TAB of the highest quality and purity. We have a presence in over 35 countries across the US, Europe and Asia. We manufacture TAB with green practices so that there is minimum environmental impact.