Di(tert-amyl) Peroxide
Industrial Application
Di(tert-amyl) Peroxide is an organic peroxide primarily used as a polymerization initiator for plastics, resins, and vinyl monomers. It is valued for its controlled decomposition and predictable radical generation, which enable uniform polymer chain growth and consistent molecular weight distribution. The compound is also employed as a crosslinking agent for elastomers and rubber compounds, improving elasticity, mechanical strength, and thermal resistance. Additionally, Di(tert-amyl) Peroxide finds applications in polymer-based coatings and adhesives, where precise radical initiation ensures uniform film formation, strong adhesion, and enhanced performance of finished materials.
Physical Properties
Di(tert-amyl) Peroxide is an organic peroxide compound widely used as a free-radical initiator in industrial applications. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a faint odor, insoluble in water but soluble in many organic solvents.
Grade
- Industrial
Other Names
- 2,2'-Oxybis(2-methylbutane) Peroxide
Form
- Liquid
Supply Form
- Liquid, Technically pure
Peroxide Content
- >94
Abbreviations
- DTAP
Packaging
- HDPE Canisters
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