Etyylibentseenillä

Etyylibentseenillä is the Finnish name for ethylbenzene. Ethylbenzene is an organic compound with the formula C6H5CH2CH3. It is an aromatic hydrocarbon and a substituted benzene. It is a colorless liquid with a gasoline-like odor.

Ethylbenzene is produced industrially by the alkylation of benzene with ethylene. This process is primarily used for the production of styrene, a monomer used in the manufacturing of polystyrene and other polymers. The majority of ethylbenzene produced globally is used as an intermediate for styrene synthesis.

In addition to its main use in styrene production, ethylbenzene also finds some application as a solvent. It is flammable and has a relatively low vapor pressure, making it useful in certain coating and adhesive formulations. It is also present in small amounts in gasoline.

The production of ethylbenzene is a large-scale industrial process, with significant global capacity dedicated to its synthesis. It is typically transported and stored as a liquid. Health and safety considerations are important due to its flammability and potential for irritation. Environmental regulations govern its release and handling.