Tert-Butyl Peroxyacetate
Industrial Application
Tert-Butyl Peroxyacetate is primarily used as a radical initiator for polymerization processes (such as polyethylene and polystyrene production) and as a curing agent for unsaturated polyester resins. Its controlled decomposition at elevated temperatures makes it suitable for initiating free-radical reactions in plastics, coatings, and elastomer manufacturing.
Physical Properties
Tert-Butyl Peroxyacetate is an organic peroxide appearing as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor.
Grade
- Industrial
Form
- Liquid
Supply Form
- 50%, Solution in aliphatics
- 60%, Solution in aliphatics
- 75%, Solution in aliphatics
Peroxide Content
- 50
- 60
- 75
Abbreviations
- TBPA
Packaging
- HDPE Canisters
- HDPE Canisters
- HDPE Canisters