{"id":1177,"date":"2025-10-29T12:34:00","date_gmt":"2025-10-29T09:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/myepanel.ir\/apit\/?post_type=product&#038;p=1177"},"modified":"2025-11-11T13:49:58","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T10:19:58","slug":"cumene-isopropylbenzene","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/apitpetro.com\/en\/product\/cumene-isopropylbenzene\/","title":{"rendered":"Cumene (Isopropylbenzene)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Quick technical snapshot<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Name \/ Synonyms: Cumene, isopropylbenzene, cumol.<\/li>\n<li>CAS: 98-82-8.<\/li>\n<li>Appearance: Colourless to pale yellow liquid with a sharp, aromatic odor.<\/li>\n<li>Molecular formula: C\u2089H\u2081\u2082.<\/li>\n<li>Boiling point: \u2248 152 \u00b0C.<\/li>\n<li>Density: \u2248 0.86\u20130.87 g\/cm\u00b3 (20 \u00b0C).<\/li>\n<li>Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in common organic solvents.<\/li>\n<li>Hazards: Flammable liquid; vapors may form explosive mixtures. Industrial hygiene and exposure limits apply.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>How cumene is manufactured (industrial routes)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The dominant industrial route to cumene is Friedel\u2013Crafts alkylation of benzene with propylene using solid or zeolite catalysts. Modern production generally uses zeolite-based catalysts for higher selectivity and lower waste; older processes used liquid acid catalysts (sulfuric acid or SPA) but are now largely replaced due to environmental and handling issues. Additional plant flexibility comes from transalkylation (converting di-isopropylbenzenes back to cumene) and toluene conversion technologies when feedstock economics require it.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>The cumene \u2192 phenol &amp; acetone value chain<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Cumene\u2019s primary industrial destiny is conversion to cumene hydroperoxide (CHP) by controlled oxidation, then acid-catalyzed cleavage to give phenol and acetone \u2014 the classic \u201ccumene process.\u201d Phenol is a precursor to bisphenol A (BPA), epoxy resins and many specialty chemicals; acetone is a solvent and a feedstock for methyl methacrylate and other chemicals. The economics of cumene plants therefore depend on global demand for phenol\/acetone and the integrated aromatics landscape.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Commercial grades, packaging &amp; delivery modes<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Grades: Industrial (technical) cumene with specified maximum impurities; higher-purity grades are available for specialized chemical syntheses. Typical commercial specifications list %cumene, limits for benzene\/ethylbenzene\/toluene and polymer content.<\/li>\n<li>Packaging &amp; transport: Bulk ISO tanks, road\/rail tankers, and chemical tanker (MR) shipments are standard for industrial volumes; drums\/IBCs for small lots. Shipments require closed, bonded loading systems and vapor-control measures. Ask suppliers for COA, inhibitor information (if any), and agreed sampling protocol for maritime lots.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Key industrial applications<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Phenol &amp; acetone feedstock (largest use): via the cumene hydroperoxide route.<\/li>\n<li>Solvent and chemical intermediate: in adhesives, coatings, and specialty chemical syntheses where isopropylbenzene serves as a reactive aromatic building block.<\/li>\n<li>Niche uses: small volumes as fuel additives, specialty intermediates, or laboratory reagent grades.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Because cumene is an upstream raw material, its demand correlates strongly with phenol\/acetone and downstream polymer markets (e.g., polycarbonates, epoxy resins, polyurethanes).<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Market size &amp; trends<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Industry market research places the global cumene market in the multi-billion USD range with steady growth forecasts. Recent studies report market values in the low-to-mid-20 billion USD band for the mid-2020s and project mid-single-digit CAGRs driven by demand for phenol\/acetone and growth in end-use sectors (automotive, construction, electronics). Regional growth is strongest in Asia-Pacific, reflecting expanding petrochemical integration and manufacturing capacity. (Market figures vary by source; request the latest supplier\/market reports for specific contract planning.)<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Major producers &amp; sourcing considerations<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Global petrochemical and integrated aromatics players typically supply cumene either as in-plant co-product or via dedicated alkylation units. Major names in the aromatics space include integrated refiners and chemical groups across North America, Europe, Middle East and Asia; procurement commonly involves long-term contracts, tolling arrangements or spot cargoes depending on regional supply balance and logistics. Verify supplier capacity, origin (refinery vs. standalone plant), and continuity guarantees during RFQ stage.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Safety, handling &amp; regulatory notes<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Flammability &amp; vapour hazard: Cumene is flammable; handle in closed systems with appropriate grounding, bonding and vapour recovery.<\/li>\n<li>Peroxide formation: Cumene can autoxidize to peroxides on storage (especially if contaminated with air\/trace metals); routine peroxide tests are recommended before distillation or prolonged heating.<\/li>\n<li>Occupational exposure: Follow local OELs and enforce engineering controls, personal protective equipment and medical surveillance as required.<\/li>\n<li>Transport: Classed as flammable liquid \u2014 ship under IMO\/ADR\/DOT rules with correct UN number and emergency response documentation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Quality &amp; procurement checklist (what to request in your RFQ)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">When sourcing cumene, require the following in your tender to avoid surprises:<\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Analytical specification (min %cumene, max ppm ethylbenzene\/benzene\/toluene, water, polymer content).<\/li>\n<li>COA &amp; sampling protocol per lot; independent lab option if needed.<\/li>\n<li>Packaging &amp; tanker details (ISO tank, MR tanker, drum\/IBC).<\/li>\n<li>Safety data: MSDS\/SDS, flash point, VOC info, and peroxide test history.<\/li>\n<li>Origin &amp; traceability: refinery\/plant of origin and any third-party QC audits.<\/li>\n<li>Delivery &amp; liability terms: Incoterm, demurrage rules for tankers, and force-majeure clauses.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Providing these details shortens qualification cycles and protects both buyer and seller during heavy-volume trades.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Sustainability &amp; future outlook<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">While cumene is a petrochemical mainstay, buyers are increasingly scrutinizing supply chain emissions, feedstock carbon intensity and circularity for downstream products (phenol \u2192 BPA alternatives, recycled resin flows). Some producers report sustainability metrics and carbon-management programmes; ask suppliers for scope-1\/2 emission data if carbon accounting matters to your buyers.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cumene (IUPAC: isopropylbenzene, CAS 98-82-8) is a colourless, aromatic hydrocarbon that plays a central role in the petrochemical value chain. Nearly all industrial-scale cumene is used as a feedstock to make cumene hydroperoxide, the intermediate for phenol and acetone production \u2014 two high-volume chemicals used to manufacture plastics, resins and fibers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":1178,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[40],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-1177","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-aromatics","8":"first","9":"instock","10":"shipping-taxable","11":"product-type-simple"},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/apitpetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/1177","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/apitpetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/apitpetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/apitpetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1177"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/apitpetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1178"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/apitpetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1177"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/apitpetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=1177"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/apitpetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=1177"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/apitpetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=1177"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}