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PEROXAN PO-70 is tert-Butyl peroxy-2-ethylhexanoate 70%, Solution in odorless white spirits.PEROXAN PO-70 is used for the (co)polymerization of ethylene, styrene, acrylonitrile, acrylates and methacrylates.

Chemical Name: tert-Butyl peroxy-2-ethylhexanoate

Functions: Curing Agent, Initiator

CAS Number: 3006-82-4

Chemical Family: Peroxides

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

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
CAS No.
3006-82-4
EC No.
221-110-7

Applications & Uses

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
Recommended Applications

Polymerization of ethylene : PEROXAN PO-70 is used for high pressure in both autoclave and tubular processes, usually in combination with other peroxides of varying degrees of activity. Temperature range: 180 to 230°C Light-off temperature at 2300 bar: 188°C

Polymerization of styrene: PEROXAN PO-70 may be used in polymerization and copolymarization of styrene. Temperature range: 80 to 110°C Dosing: 0,08 to 0,4 phr

Polymerization of acrylates and methacrylates: PEROXAN PO-70 can be used as initiator for the solution, bulk and suspension (co)polymerization of acrylates and methacrylates. Temperature range (solution polym.): 80 to 150°C Dosing: 0,1 to 1 phr

Other applications: PEROXAN PO-70 may also be used for the (co)polymerization of acrylonitrile.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear Liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Active oxygen assayappx. 5.18%
Density at 20°C0.85g/cm³
Molecular Weight216.3
Peroxide assayappx. 70%

Technical Details & Test Data

Half Life Information
t ½ 10 h 1 h 1 min
bei72°C 91°C 131°C

 

Major Decomposition Products
  • 3-tert-Butoxyheptane
  • Heptane
  • Carbon dioxide
  • tert-Butanol

Safety & Health

Safety Characteristics
SADT 35°C
Emergency temperature 25°C
Control temperature 20°C

 

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Information
  • 25kg container

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
3 Months
Product Handling and Storage
  • Maximum storage temperature (Ts max) : 15°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 PO-70.