Description

1,1-Bis(tert-butylperoxy)cyclohexane (CAS No. 3006-86-8) is a high-purity organic peroxide widely used as a radical initiator in polymerization reactions. With the molecular formula C₁₄H₂₈O₄, this compound features two tert-butylperoxy groups bonded to a cyclohexylidene core, offering excellent thermal stability and controlled decomposition kinetics. Ideal for industrial and research applications, it is supplied as a clear to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic odor, ensuring consistent performance in free-radical processes. Store under inert conditions at recommended temperatures to maintain stability. Suitable for use in the synthesis of polymers, resins, and elastomers, this peroxide is a critical reagent for advanced material science applications.

Properties

• CAS Number: 3006-86-8
• Complexity: 224
• IUPAC Name: 1,1-bis(tert-butylperoxy)cyclohexane
• InChI: InChI=1S/C14H28O4/c1-12(2,3)15-17-14(10-8-7-9-11-14)18-16-13(4,5)6/h7-11H2,1-6H3
• InChI Key: HSLFISVKRDQEBY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Exact Mass: 260.19875937
• Molecular Formula: C14H28O4
• Molecular Weight: 260.37
• SMILES: CC(C)(C)OOC1(CCCCC1)OOC(C)(C)C
• Topological: 36.9
• Monoisotopic Mass: 260.19875937
• Physical Description: Organic solvent solution, added to lessen explosion hazard.
• Synonyms: 1,1-Bis(tert-butylperoxy)cyclohexane, 3006-86-8, Cyclohexylidenebis(tert-butyl) peroxide, UNII-JK62J3E3Q4, JK62J3E3Q4, PERHEXA CS, Luperox 331M80, EINECS 221-111-2, PERHEXA C 40, PERHEXA C 75, PEROXAN PK 122W, TRIGONOX 22C50, TRIGONOX 22E50, TRIGONOX 22E70, LUPEROX 331, Peroxide, 1,1′-cyclohexylidenebis(2-(1,1-dimethylethyl), DTXSID4044907, EC 221-111-2, TX 22E50, Cyclohexylidenebis[tert-butyl] peroxide, 1,1 DI-TERT-BUTYL PEROXYCYCLOHEXANE, Peroxide, 1,1′-cyclohexylidenebis[2-(1,1-dimethylethyl), 1,1-DI-(TERT-BUTYLPEROXY)CYCLOHEXANE, (= 13% PHLEGMATIZER), 1,1-DI-(TERT-BUTYLPEROXY)CYCLOHEXANE, (TECHNICALLY PURE), 1,1-DI-(TERT-BUTYLPEROXY)CYCLOHEXANE, [= 13% PHLEGMATIZER], 1,1-DI-(TERT-BUTYLPEROXY)CYCLOHEXANE, [TECHNICALLY PURE], 1,1-DI-(TERT-BUTYLPEROXY)CYCLOHEXANE, (<= 50% WITH PHLEGMATIZER), 1,1-DI-(TERT-BUTYLPEROXY)CYCLOHEXANE, (<= 77% IN SOLUTION), 1,1-DI-(TERT-BUTYLPEROXY)CYCLOHEXANE, [<= 50% WITH PHLEGMATIZER], 1,1-DI-(TERT-BUTYLPEROXY)CYCLOHEXANE, [<= 77% IN SOLUTION], DTXCID2024907, 1,1-Di(tert-butylperoxy)cyclohexane, 1,1-bis(t-butylperoxy)cyclohexane, PERHEXA C, TRIGONOX 22, LUPERCO 331XL, LUPERSOL 321, LUPERSOL 331, TRIGONOX 22B50, TRIGONOX 22B75, Peroxide, cyclohexylidenebis((1,1-dimethylethyl), SCHEMBL23274, CHALOXYD P 1250AL, LUPEROX 331M50, LUPERSOL 331-80B, SCHEMBL15758822, 1,1-di(t-butylperoxy)cyclohexane, 1,1-bis(t-butyl peroxy)cyclohexane, 1,1-bis(t-butylperoxy) cyclohexane, 1,1-bis(t-butylperoxy)-cyclohexane, 1,1-bis(tert-butyldioxy)cyclohexane, AKOS015913642, NS00010609, PEROXIDE, CYCLOHEXYLIDENEBIS(TERT-BUTYL, 1,1-Di(tert-butylperoxy)cyclohexane, 80 wt. %, Q27281541

Application

1,1-Bis(tert-butylperoxy)cyclohexane is primarily employed as a free-radical initiator in the polymerization of styrene, acrylates, and other vinyl monomers. Its controlled decomposition properties make it ideal for high-temperature curing processes in the production of thermoset resins and elastomers. Additionally, it is used in crosslinking reactions for polyethylene and other polyolefins to enhance mechanical and thermal properties. Researchers also utilize it in organic synthesis for selective oxidative transformations.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H227: Combustible liquid [Warning Flammable liquids]
• H241: Heating may cause a fire or explosion [Danger Self-reactive substances and mixtures; Organic peroxides]

Precautionary Statements

• P210, P234, P235, P240, P280, P370+P378, P370+P380+P375[+P378], P403, P410, P411, P420, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Org. Perox. C (74.7%)
• Skin Irrit. 2 (23.5%)
• Eye Irrit. 2 (23.5%)
• STOT SE 3 (22.9%)
• Aquatic Chronic 4 (68.8%)

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