Styrene

Product Name: Styrene (Vinylbenzene)

Chemical Formula: C₈H₈

Key Features: Clear, colorless to yellowish oily liquid; characteristic sweet odor; flammable; volatile; excellent reactivity for polymerization.

Main Applications by Industry:

• Plastics & Polymers: Primary raw material for producing polystyrene (PS), used in disposable cups, food containers, packaging, toys, and consumer goods.

• Rubber & Tires: Key monomer for styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) and styrene-butadiene latex (SB Latex), widely used in tire manufacturing, shoe soles, and carpet backing.

• Insulation Materials: Essential component for expandable polystyrene (EPS) and extruded polystyrene (XPS), used as rigid foam insulation in building and construction.

• Coatings & Adhesives: Used in the production of styrene-acrylic emulsions and unsaturated polyester resins for paints, coatings, adhesives, and sealants.

• Composites & Marine: As a reactive diluent and crosslinking agent in unsaturated polyester resins for fiberglass-reinforced plastics (FRP), including boat hulls, automotive parts, and bathroom fixtures.

• Electronics: Used in the manufacture of housings for electronic devices, appliance casings, and components requiring durability and impact resistance.

• Medical & Labware: Polystyrene derived from styrene is used to produce petri dishes, test tubes, pipette tips, and other disposable laboratory and medical devices.

• Pulp & Paper: As a component in styrene-butadiene latex for paper coating to improve printability, brightness, and smoothness.

Handling & Safety:
Flammable liquid and vapor. May cause eye, skin, and respiratory irritation. Prolonged exposure may affect central nervous system. Use with adequate ventilation and explosion-proof equipment. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Use personal protective equipment (gloves, goggles, and respirator if necessary).