• Perodox® 125 - Tert-Amyl peroxypivalate

    CAS: 29240-17-3

    High-purity radical polymerization initiator for ethylene, vinyl chloride, styrene, and acrylic monomers.

    Industrial grade with 75% concentration in odorless mineral spirits

  • Product Overview

    Perodox® 125 is an (75% solution in odorless mineral spirits) initiator for (co)polymerization of styrene,ethylene, acrylonitrile, vinyl chloride, vinylidine chloride

    and (meth)acrylates, and polyols.

    CAS Number: 29240-17-3

    TSCA Status:Listed on inventory

    EINECS/ELINCS No.:64741-65-7

    Molecular Weight: 188.26 g/mol

    Molecular Formula: C10H20O3

  • Applications

    High-purity radical polymerization initiator for ethylene, vinyl chloride, styrene, and acrylic monomers.

    Polymerization Initiator

    Tert-Amyl Peroxypivalate is widely used as a radical initiator in various polymerization processes, including ethylene, vinyl chloride, vinyl acetate, styrene, acrylonitrile, and methyl methacrylate polymerization

    Ethylene Polymerization

    This peroxide is an effective initiator for ethylene polymerization under high pressure in both autoclave and tubular processes. It can be combined with other peroxides to achieve a broad polymerization temperature spectrum

    Vinyl Chloride Polymerization

    Tert-Amyl Peroxypivalate can be used as an initiator for suspension polymerization of vinyl chloride in the temperature range between 50°C and 65°C. It can also be used in combination with other initiators to improve reactor efficiency

    Industrial Processes

    This chemical finds application in industrial processes where initiation of polymerization reactions is required, contributing to the production of a wide range of polymer-based products used in diverse industries

  • Technical Data

    Comprehensive technical specifications and performance characteristics of Perodox® 125

    Physical and Chemical Properties

    Appearance:Clear liquid

    Assay:74.0 - 76.0%

    Active Oxygen Content:6.29 - 6.46%

    Molecular Formula:C10H20O3

    Molecular Weight:188.26 g/mol

    Half-Life Data

    Half-Life Temperature

    10 hours: 54°C

    1 hour: 72°C

    1 minute: 91°C

    Safety Information

    UN Number: 3113

    Hazard Class: 5.2

    Packing Group: II

    Flash Point: 59.2°C

    Density: 0.924 g/cm³

  • Frequently Asked Questions

    Comprehensive questions and answers about Perodox® 125 applications, safety, and technical specifications

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