secbutylbenzene

secbutylbenzene is an organic compound with the chemical formula C10H14. It is a colorless liquid at room temperature and is classified as an alkylbenzene, meaning it consists of a benzene ring substituted with an alkyl group. In this case, the alkyl group is a sec-butyl group, which is a four-carbon branched chain. The 'sec' prefix indicates that the point of attachment to the benzene ring is a secondary carbon atom of the butyl group.

This compound can be synthesized through various methods, including the Friedel-Crafts alkylation of benzene with 2-chlorobutane or butenes in the presence of a Lewis acid catalyst like aluminum chloride. The reaction conditions influence the regioselectivity and yield.

secbutylbenzene has limited direct commercial applications but serves as a precursor or intermediate in the synthesis of other organic chemicals. Its physical properties, such as boiling point and solubility, are characteristic of aromatic hydrocarbons. It is sparingly soluble in water but miscible with many organic solvents. Due to its flammable nature, appropriate safety precautions should be taken during handling and storage. Information regarding its specific toxicological profile and environmental impact is typically found in safety data sheets.