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PEROXAN PIV-50 is tert-Butyl peroxyisobutyrate 50%, Solution in odorless white spirits.PEROXAN PIV-50 is used for the (co)polymerization of ethylene, styrene, acrylonitrile, acrylates and methacrylates.

Chemical Name: tert -Butyl peracetate solution

Functions: Curing Agent, Initiator

CAS Number: 107-71-1

Chemical Family: Peroxides

Compatible Polymers & Resins: Acrylics, Polyethylenes (PE), Polystyrenes (PS)

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
CAS No.
107-71-1
EC No.
203-514-5

Applications & Uses

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
Recommended Applications

Polymerization of ethylene : PEROXAN PIV-50 is used for high pressure in both autoclave and tubular processes, usually in combination with other peroxides of varying degrees of activity. Temperature range: 165 to 230°C Light-off temperature at 2300 bar: 190°C

Polymerization of styrene: PEROXAN PIV-50 may be used in polymerization and copolymarization of styrene. Temperature range: 85 to 105°C Dosing: 0,02 to 0,1 phr

Polymerization of acrylates and methacrylates: PEROXAN PIV-50 can be used as initiator for the solution, bulk and suspension (co)polymerization of acrylates and methacrylates. Temperature range (solution polym.): 80 to 160°C Dosing: 0,1 to 1 phr

Other applications: PEROXAN PIV-50 may also be used for the (co)polymerization of acrylonitrile.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear Liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Active oxygen assayappx. 4.99%
Density at 20°C0.84g/cm³
Molecular Weight160.2
Peroxide assayappx. 50%

Technical Details & Test Data

Half Life Information
t ½ 10 h 1 h 1 min
bei79°C 98°C 136°C

 

Major Decomposition Products
  • 2-Isopropoxy-2-methylpropane
  • Carbon dioxide
  • propane
  • Propene
  • tert-Butanol

Safety & Health

Safety Characteristics
SADT 30°C
Emergency temperature 20°C
Control temperature 15°C

 

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Information
  • 20kg container

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
3 Months
Product Handling and Storage
  • Maximum storage temperature (Ts max) : 5°C
  • Storage stability as from date of delivery : 3 months
  • Organic Peroxides are more or less stable products but will decompose under the influence of heat. To minimize a loss of quality during storage, it is important that the recommended maximum storage temperature is not exceeded. If a minimum storage temperature is given, an undesirable process such as a solidification or phase separation, is known to occur below this temperature.
  • Please refer to the material safety data sheet (MSDS) for information concerning safe storage, use and handling of PEROXAN PIV-50.