Based on the free-energy linearity principle and on the scale of xi(R)
constants, an approach for predicting the vapor pressure of volatile
organic corrosion inhibitors is analyzed. Procedures for estimating th
e xi(R) constants and for constructing the basic correlation dependenc
es from indirect data are developed. The possibility of predicting the
volatility of organic substances from their boiling points is conside
red. Examples of calculating the vapor pressure of several inhibitors
are given.