• Perodox® 24 - Dicetyl peroxydicarbonate

    CAS: 26322-14-5

    High-purity organic peroxide initiator for PVC and vinyl polymer synthesis with controlled decomposition properties

  • Product Overview

    Perodox® 24, Dicetyl Peroxydicarbonate (CAS 26322-14-5), also known as Dihexadecyl peroxydicarbonate, is a highly efficient organic peroxide initiator specifically designed for polymerization processes. With its unique decomposition characteristics, it offers precise control over reaction kinetics in various polymer synthesis applications

    CAS Number: 26322-14-5

    TSCA Status:Listed on inventory

    EINECS/ELINCS No.: 247-611-0

    Molecular Weight: 570.9 g/mol

  • Applications

    Butyl 4,4-di(tert-butylperoxy) valerate serves as a versatile organic peroxide with several industrial applications, primarily in polymer synthesis and modification.

    PVC Production

    Primary initiator for suspension and emulsion polymerization of vinyl chloride, offering controlled reaction rates and improved polymer properties with low "fish-eye" levels and narrow resin particle size distribution

    Acrylic Polymers

    Used as initiator for polymerization of acrylic and methacrylic monomers, facilitating controlled polymerization for coatings, adhesives, and optical applications

    Specialty Polymers

    Essential for synthesizing high-performance polymers with specific molecular weight distributions and tailored properties, including copolymerization of vinylidene chloride

    Rubber & Plastics

    Used as initiator and activator in rubber and plastic processing, promoting cross-linking reactions to improve physical and chemical properties of polymers

  • Technical Data

    Comprehensive technical specifications for Perodox® 24,Dicetyl Peroxydicarbonate (CAS 26322-14-5)

    Physical and Chemical Properties

    CAS Number:26322-14-5

    Molecular Formula:C₃₄H₆₆O₆

    Molecular Weight:570.9 g/mol

    Appearance:White crystalline powder or flakes

    Active Oxygen Content:≥ 2.80% (theoretical)

    Purity:94.5% (flake), 91% (powder), also available ≥98%

    Melting Point:52-54°C

    Decomposition Temperature:10-hour half-life: 48°C; 1-hour: 65°C; 0.1-hour: 84°C[2]

    SADT (Self-Accelerating Decomposition Temperature):40°C

    Storage Temperature:-20°C to 5°C (recommended); Control temperature: 30°C; Emergency temperature: 35°C

    Water Solubility:1μg/L at 20°C (practically insoluble)

    Density:0.936 g/cm³ (predicted)

    UN Number:

    UN 3120 (Organic peroxide, Type D)

    Hazard Class:5.2 (Organic peroxides)

    Industrial Applications

    Widely used in the production of PVC, polyolefins, and other vinyl polymers.

    Its controlled decomposition makes it ideal for both suspension and emulsion polymerization processes with initiation temperature of 45-65°C

    Safety & Handling

    Requires specialized storage conditions and handling procedures to maintain stability.

    Classified as organic peroxide type D with UN numbers 3120. S

    torage at temperatures not exceeding 15°C is recommended

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