Applications
Ethylbenzene is used as a solvent for rubber adhesives, varnishes, resins, paints and coatings. It acts as an intermediate in the preparation of styrene. It is also used as a fuel additive. It is added to gasoline as an anti-knock agent, thereby reducing engine knocking and increase the octane rating. In addition to this, it is used in natural gas recovery process.

Solubility
Miscible with alcohol, ethylalcohol, benzene, ethyl ether, carbon tetrachloride, organic solvents, sulfur dioxide and ether. Slightly miscible with chloroform. Immiscible with water and ammonia.

Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.