2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-di(tert-butylperoxy) hexyne-3

2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-di(tert-butylperoxy) hexyne-3. CAS Number: 1068-27-5. EINECS: 213-944-5.

Main Applications
Curing & Crosslinking

Product Appearance & Packaging

Product Specifications

Product Name2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-di(tert-butylperoxy) hexyne-3
Chemical Name2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-di(tert-butylperoxy) hexyne-3
CAS Number1068-27-5
EINECS/ELINCS No.213-944-5
Molecular Weight286.4 g/mol
Active Oxygen Content11.17%
AppearanceLiquid
UN ClassificationOrganic peroxide type C; liquid, Division 5.2; UN 3103
Packaging20 kg
Organic peroxide type C; liquid, Division 5.2; UN 3103

Industrial Applications

Crosslinking agent for polyethylene and other polymers.

Half-Life Data

Half-life (t½) data for 2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-di(tert-butylperoxy) hexyne-3 measured in chlorobenzene:

Data not available in source document.

Thermal Stability

Organic peroxides are thermally unstable substances which may undergo self-accelerating decomposition. The Self Accelerating Decomposition Temperature (SADT) is the lowest temperature at which self-accelerating decomposition may occur.

80°C
SADT

Recommended Storage

40°C
Maximum Storage Temp (Ts Max.)
10°C
Minimum Storage Temp (Ts Min.)
3 months
Shelf Life

Note: When stored according to these recommended conditions, 2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-di(tert-butylperoxy) hexyne-3 will remain within specifications for a period of at least 3 months after delivery.

Major Decomposition Products

In the event of thermal decomposition, 2,5-Dimethyl-2,5-di(tert-butylperoxy) hexyne-3 produces the following major decomposition products:

AcetoneMethanetert-Butanol