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Atomfair Bis(3-methoxybutyl) peroxydicarbonate C12H22O8 CAS 52238-68-3

Bis(3-methoxybutyl) peroxydicarbonate (CAS No. 52238-68-3) is a high-purity organic peroxide with the molecular formula C12H22O8. This compound, also known by its IUPAC name bis(3-methoxybutyl) ethanediperoxoate , is widely utilized as a free-radical initiator in polymerization reactions. Its unique structure, featuring methoxybutyl groups, enhances solubility in organic matrices, making it ideal for specialized polymer synthesis. Suitable for research and industrial applications, this peroxydicarbonate derivative is handled under strict safety protocols due to its reactive nature. Available in various quantities, it is supplied with comprehensive analytical documentation (e.g., GC/MS, NMR) to ensure quality and consistency for demanding scientific workflows.

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Description

Bis(3-methoxybutyl) peroxydicarbonate (CAS No. 52238-68-3) is a high-purity organic peroxide with the molecular formula C12H22O8. This compound, also known by its IUPAC name bis(3-methoxybutyl) ethanediperoxoate, is widely utilized as a free-radical initiator in polymerization reactions. Its unique structure, featuring methoxybutyl groups, enhances solubility in organic matrices, making it ideal for specialized polymer synthesis. Suitable for research and industrial applications, this peroxydicarbonate derivative is handled under strict safety protocols due to its reactive nature. Available in various quantities, it is supplied with comprehensive analytical documentation (e.g., GC/MS, NMR) to ensure quality and consistency for demanding scientific workflows.

Properties

  • CAS Number: 52238-68-3
  • Complexity: 253
  • IUPAC Name: bis(3-methoxybutyl) peroxyoxalate
  • InChI: InChI=1S/C12H22O8/c1-9(15-3)5-7-17-19-11(13)12(14)20-18-8-6-10(2)16-4/h9-10H,5-8H2,1-4H3
  • InChI Key: FBQZJBMRDNLFQO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
  • Exact Mass: 294.13146766
  • Molecular Formula: C12H22O8
  • Molecular Weight: 294.30
  • SMILES: CC(CCOOC(=O)C(=O)OOCCC(C)OC)OC
  • Topological: 89.5
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 294.13146766
  • Synonyms: Bis(3-methoxybutyl) peroxydicarbonate, 52238-68-3, EINECS 257-773-4, 257-773-4, bis(3-methoxybutyl) ethanediperoxoate, SCHEMBL15846646, DTXSID40966616, FBQZJBMRDNLFQO-UHFFFAOYSA-N, NS00056308

Application

Bis(3-methoxybutyl) peroxydicarbonate is primarily used as a radical initiator in the polymerization of vinyl monomers, such as PVC and acrylics, enabling controlled molecular weight and polymer architecture. Its methoxybutyl groups improve compatibility with hydrophobic systems, making it valuable for emulsion and suspension polymerization. Researchers also employ it in crosslinking reactions for specialty adhesives and coatings. Due to its thermal instability, it requires storage at recommended temperatures to maintain efficacy.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

  • H225 (100%): Highly Flammable liquid and vapor [Danger Flammable liquids]
  • H242 (100%): Heating may cause a fire [Danger Self-reactive substances and mixtures; Organic peroxides]
  • H304 (100%): May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways [Danger Aspiration hazard]
  • H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
  • H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
  • H336 (100%): May cause drowsiness or dizziness [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Narcotic effects]
  • H361 (100%): Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child [Warning Reproductive toxicity]
  • H373 (100%): May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure]

Precautionary Statements

  • P203, P210, P233, P234, P235, P240, P241, P242, P243, P260, P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P301+P316, P302+P352, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P318, P319, P321, P331, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P370+P378, P403, P403+P233, P403+P235, P405, P410, P411, P420, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

  • Flam. Liq. 2 (100%)
  • Org. Perox. D (100%)
  • Asp. Tox. 1 (100%)
  • Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
  • Eye Irrit. 2 (100%)
  • STOT SE 3 (100%)
  • Repr. 2 (100%)
  • STOT RE 2 (100%)

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