Di(3,5,5-trimethylhexanoyl) Peroxide
Industrial Application
Di(3,5,5-Trimethylhexanoyl) Peroxide is an organic peroxide widely used as a free-radical initiator in industrial polymerization processes, particularly where low- to moderate-temperature initiation and controlled radical generation are required. It is commonly employed in the polymerization of vinyl monomers such as vinyl chloride, vinyl acetate, and acrylics, supporting uniform polymer chain growth and consistent molecular weight distribution. In the plastics industry, Di(3,5,5-Trimethylhexanoyl) Peroxide contributes to the production of high-quality polymers with stable processing characteristics and improved mechanical properties. Its predictable decomposition behavior also makes it suitable for applications in polymer-based coatings and adhesives, where controlled polymerization enhances film formation, adhesion strength, and overall performance of the finished materials.
Physical Properties
Di(3,5,5-trimethylhexanoyl) Peroxide is an organic peroxide appearing as a clear to pale yellow liquid with a faint odor. It is thermally unstable and typically supplied in a phlegmatized form (diluted with a stabilizer such as a plasticizer) to ensure safe handling. The compound is insoluble in water but soluble in many organic solvents, and it decomposes exothermically upon heating, releasing free radicals necessary for polymerization and crosslinking reactions.
Grade
- Industrial
Other Names
- Peroxan DB
- Peroxan DMT
Form
- Liquid
Supply Form
- 75%, Solution in aliphatics
Peroxide Content
- 75
Abbreviations
- DTBPO
Packaging
- HDPE Canisters
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