Acetyl Acetone Peroxide
Industrial Application
Acetyl Acetone Peroxide is used primarily as a radical initiator and polymerization catalyst, especially in curing polyester resins, crosslinking elastomers, and initiating vinyl monomer polymerizations. Due to its strong oxidizing and explosive nature, it requires careful storage and handling under controlled conditions.
Physical Properties
Acetyl Acetone Peroxide is a highly reactive organic peroxide derived from acetylacetone. It is typically encountered as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pungent odor and poor stability under heat, shock, or contamination. The compound is soluble in many organic solvents but is usually supplied in diluted form to reduce its explosive hazard.
Grade
- Industrial
Other Names
- 2,4-Pentanedione Peroxide
- Acac-peroxide
Form
- Liquid
Supply Form
- Liquid mixture, Low peak exotherm
- Liquid mixture, Standard
Peroxide Content
- ~14.4
- ~36
Abbreviations
- AAP
Packaging
- HDPE Canisters