2phenylpropane
2-Phenylpropane, also known as cumene, is an organic compound with the chemical formula C9H12. It is a clear, colorless liquid with a distinct aromatic odor. Cumene is a derivative of propane where a phenyl group is attached to the second carbon atom of the propane chain. This structure makes it an alkylbenzene.
Cumene occurs naturally in coal tar and petroleum. Industrially, it is produced in large quantities through
The primary industrial use of 2-phenylpropane is as an intermediate in the production of phenol and acetone.
Beyond its role in phenol and acetone production, cumene also finds applications as a solvent for resins,