Styrene is a colorless to yellowish liquid with an aromatic, sweet odor. If styrene is not stabilizedwith an appropriate inhibitor, light or heat may promote an uncontrolled polymerization reaction, forming polystyrene. Reaction with oxygen may form a peroxide, which may explode at slightly elevated temperatures. Based on the boiling point of 145°C (293°F) and the flash point of 31°C (87.8°F), styrene is classified as a flammable liquid and vapor under the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) on classification and labeling.
STYRENE MONOMER
Description
Availability
Europe, North America, South & Central America
Legend
SDS - Safety Data Sheet
PSB - Product Stewardship Bulletin
Product Data and Technical Information
Corporate Statement
LyondellBasell is a large supplier of styrene monomer (SM) to the merchant market.
Benefits & Applcations
SM is used to make a variety of products, from expandable foam to higher end engineering plastics. End uses of styrene include food packaging, cabinets for electronics, CD holders, paper coatings, boat hulls and interior automotive components. In the construction industry, it is used to produce pipe products, tanks, lighting fixtures, insulation, and various corrosion resistant and rubber products.
Chemical Category
Olefins, Aromatics