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Durene

Durene, also known as 1,2,4,5-tetramethylbenzene, is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon with the chemical formula C10H14. It is a colorless, crystalline solid that is soluble in organic solvents but insoluble in water. Durene is a derivative of benzene, with four methyl groups (-CH3) attached to the benzene ring at positions 1, 2, 4, and 5.

Durene is primarily used as a precursor in the synthesis of various organic compounds. It is a

Durene can be synthesized through various methods, including the alkylation of benzene with methyl chloride or

Durene is a flammable substance and should be handled with care. It is also a potential carcinogen,

key
intermediate
in
the
production
of
certain
dyes,
pharmaceuticals,
and
other
chemicals.
The
compound
is
also
used
in
the
manufacture
of
certain
polymers
and
resins.
the
methylation
of
toluene.
The
most
common
method
involves
the
Friedel-Crafts
alkylation
of
benzene
with
methyl
chloride
in
the
presence
of
a
Lewis
acid
catalyst,
such
as
aluminum
chloride.
and
exposure
should
be
minimized.
Proper
safety
measures,
including
the
use
of
personal
protective
equipment
and
ventilation,
should
be
taken
when
handling
durene.