Physical Properties: Isoprene is a colorless, volatile, and irritating oily liquid at room temperature; Insoluble in water, soluble in benzene, easily soluble in ethanol, ether, and acetone, forming explosive mixtures with air. |
Applications: Isoprene is mainly used in the production of isoprene rubber, butyl rubber, SIS (styrene isoprene styrene copolymer) and SEPS (hydrogenation product of SIS), as well as in the production of specialized chemicals such as vitamins, pharmaceuticals, fragrances, and epoxy curing agents. |