Tert-Butyl Peroxy-2-ethyl Hexanoate
Industrial Application
Tert-Butyl Peroxy-2-ethyl Hexanoate is primarily used in the production of polyethylene, polystyrene, and other polymers, where it initiates free-radical polymerization, as well as in crosslinking of elastomers and curing of unsaturated polyester resins. Due to its peroxide nature, it must be handled carefully under controlled storage conditions to prevent hazardous decomposition.
Physical Properties
Tert-Butyl Peroxy-2-ethyl Hexanoate is an organic peroxide commonly used as a radical initiator in polymerization and crosslinking reactions. It typically appears as a clear to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic peroxide odor. The compound is soluble in many organic solvents but insoluble in water.
Grade
- Industrial
Other Names
- Peroxy-2-ethylhexanoic Acid Tert-Butyl Ester
Form
- Liquid
Supply Form
- Liquid, Technically pure
- Liquid mixture
- Liquid
- 50%, Solution in aliphatics
- 50%, Liquid in phthalate diluent
Peroxide Content
- >99
- 90
- 30
- 50
- 50
Abbreviations
- TBPEH
Packaging
- HDPE Canisters
- HDPE Canisters
- IBC
- HDPE Canisters
- HDPE Canisters