1,3,5-Triisopropylbenzene

CAS NO.：717-74-8
Empirical Formula: C15H24
Molecular Weight: 204.35
MDL number: MFCD00008890
EINECS: 211-941-3
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2025-09-25 17:15:13

What is 1,3,5-Triisopropylbenzene?

Description

1,3,5-Triisopropylbenzene is a versatile compound that has several applications in various industries. It is commonly used as a fuel and fuel additive, as well as in lubricants and lubricant additives. Additionally, it is utilized in the production of 2,4,6-triisopropyl-benzenesulfonyl chloride. This compound is also effective as a swelling agent in the synthesis of mesoporous silica with hexagonal pores. Furthermore, it serves as a micelle expander in the creation of magnetic mesoporous silica nanoparticles.

Chemical properties

Clear colorless liquid

The Uses of 1,3,5-Triisopropylbenzene

1,3,5-Triisopropylbenzene is used as a micelle expander in hybrid periodic mesoporous organosilica designed to improve the properties of immobilized enzymes.

The Uses of 1,3,5-Triisopropylbenzene

1,3,5-Triisopropylbenzene can be usually used as swelling agent during the synthesis of mesoporous silicas with two-dimensional hexagonal pores,also used as micelle expander in the synthesis of highly ordered mesoporous SBA-15 silica and magnetic mesoporous silica nanoparticles.

Flammability and Explosibility

Not classified

Properties of 1,3,5-Triisopropylbenzene

Melting point:	-14--11°C
Boiling point:	232-236 °C (lit.)
Density	0.845 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
vapor pressure	0.91Pa at 25℃
refractive index	n20/D 1.488(lit.)
Flash point:	188 °F
storage temp.	Store below +30°C.
form	Liquid
color	Clear colorless
Specific Gravity	0.845
Water Solubility	Immiscible with water.
BRN	1862750
CAS DataBase Reference	717-74-8(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference	Benzene, 1,3,5-tris(1-methylethyl)-(717-74-8)
EPA Substance Registry System	1,3,5-Triisopropylbenzene (717-74-8)

Safety information for 1,3,5-Triisopropylbenzene

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H227:Flammable liquids
Precautionary Statement Codes	P403+P235:Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.