United Initiators TMCH-75-AL1 1,1-Di(tert.butylperoxy)-3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexane 6731-36-8

A 75% solution of 1,1-tert-butylperoxy-3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexane (CAS#6731-36-8) diluted with a highly active aliphatic hydrocarbon or odorless mineral oil.

Technical data:

• Appearance: colorless liquid
• Content: approx. 75% w/w
• Active Oxygen: approx. 7.94% w/w
• Desensitizer: High-boiling aliphatic hydrocarbons (boiling point >170°C)
• Density (20°C): approx. 0.88 g/cm³
• Viscosity (20°C): approx. 8 mPa-s
• Refractive index at 20°C: approx. 1.435
• SADT: approx. 60°C
• Refrigeration stability: below -25°C
• Recommended storage temperature: below 40°C
• Stability at 25°C: 3 months
• Half-life data: 10 hours/1 hour/1 minute (0.1 m/benzene): 95°C/114°C/155°C

Applications:

• Ethylene: Initiator for high pressure ethylene polymerization, used with other peroxides of different activity. Temperature range: 200-250°C.
• Styrene: Initiator for the polymerization of styrene in bulk or suspension systems. Temperature range: 100-140°C. Recommended dosage: 0.02-0.08%.
• Other monomers: Used as initiator for vinyl acetate and (meth)acrylate. Temperature range: 90-130°C. Recommended dosage: 0.04-0.8%.

Storage:

• Observe the recommended storage temperature range to maintain the quality and utility of the product and for safety reasons.
• Comply with local regulations, requirements and your insurance provider's safety recommendations.

Standard Packaging:

• Product is packaged in 20 liter drums with a net weight of 30 lbs. Standard pallet quantity is 900 lbs (30 containers).

Security and handling:

• Please refer to our Safety Data Sheet. This material is highly hazardous and self-reactive.
• Avoid heating above maximum recommended storage temperatures and limits.
• Conduct security reviews in accordance with process security management techniques.

REACH:

• The material is registered under REACH.

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