Di(2-ethylhexyl) Peroxydicarbonate

Di(2-ethylhexyl) Peroxydicarbonate. CAS Number: 16111-62-9. EINECS: 240-282-4.

Main Applications
Polymerization

Product Appearance & Packaging

Product Specifications

Product NameDi(2-ethylhexyl) Peroxydicarbonate
Chemical NameDi(2-ethylhexyl) Peroxydicarbonate
CAS Number16111-62-9
EINECS/ELINCS No.240-282-4
Molecular Weight346.5 g/mol
Active Oxygen Content4.62%
AppearanceLiquid
UN ClassificationOrganic peroxide type D; liquid, temperature controlled, Division 5.2; UN 3115
Packaging20 kg
Organic peroxide type D; liquid, temperature controlled, Division 5.2; UN 3115

Industrial Applications

Initiator for (co)polymerization of vinyl chloride and other monomers at low temperatures.

Half-Life Data

Half-life (t½) data for Di(2-ethylhexyl) Peroxydicarbonate 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.

35°C
SADT

Recommended Storage

5°C
Maximum Storage Temp (Ts Max.)
-20°C
Minimum Storage Temp (Ts Min.)
3 months
Shelf Life

Note: When stored according to these recommended conditions, Di(2-ethylhexyl) Peroxydicarbonate will remain within specifications for a period of at least 3 months after delivery.

Major Decomposition Products

In the event of thermal decomposition, Di(2-ethylhexyl) Peroxydicarbonate produces the following major decomposition products:

Carbon dioxide2-Ethylhexanol