Benzene is an aromatic chemical. It is used to produce styrene, phenol and cyclohexane. These products are used in the production of nylon, plastics, synthetic rubber and polystyrene.
Europe, North America
LyondellBasell is a large manufacturer of benzene. Benzene is an olefins co-product produced during the manufacturing process.
Benzene is used in the production of styrene, polystyrene and synthetic rubber; phenol, a component in phenolic resins and adhesives; and cyclohexane, a precursor of caprolactam and adipic acid, both used in nylon production.