Alphamethylstyrene.

Alphamethylstyrene is a by-product of Phenol production.

Specification of Alphamethylstyrene:

Parameter

Limiting value

Testing method

Alphamethylstyrene (without water)

min. 99 weight %

81 - 109

Cumene

max. 0.3 weight %

81 - 109

Acetophenone

max. 0.05 weight %

81 - 109

Polymers test

clear

ASTM D 2121 - 07

Color

max. 10 Hazen

DIN ISO 6271

Stabilizer

ca. 10 - 20 ppm

ASTM D 4590 - 06


Transport:

The product is transported in road tank cars and railway tank wagons.
Alphamethylstyrene is a hazardous material.

Application:

 

  • Production of ABS resins
  • Modified polyester and alkyd resins
  • Solvent for plastic industry