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Atomfair 2-Pentanone, 4-hydroperoxy-4-methyl- C6H12O3 CAS 37206-20-5

4-Hydroperoxy-4-methylpentan-2-one (CAS No. 37206-20-5) is a high-purity organic peroxide with the molecular formula C6H12O3. This compound, also known as Methyl isobutyl ketone peroxide, is a versatile reagent widely used in polymerization, cross-linking, and oxidation reactions. It is supplied as a stable solution with strict quality control to ensure optimal performance in research and industrial applications. Ideal for chemists and material scientists, this product is handled under controlled conditions to maintain its reactivity and shelf life. Available in various concentrations and packaging options to suit laboratory and bulk-scale needs.

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Description

4-Hydroperoxy-4-methylpentan-2-one (CAS No. 37206-20-5) is a high-purity organic peroxide with the molecular formula C6H12O3. This compound, also known as Methyl isobutyl ketone peroxide, is a versatile reagent widely used in polymerization, cross-linking, and oxidation reactions. It is supplied as a stable solution with strict quality control to ensure optimal performance in research and industrial applications. Ideal for chemists and material scientists, this product is handled under controlled conditions to maintain its reactivity and shelf life. Available in various concentrations and packaging options to suit laboratory and bulk-scale needs.

Properties

  • CAS Number: 37206-20-5
  • Complexity: 107
  • IUPAC Name: 4-hydroperoxy-4-methyl-pentan-2-one
  • InChI: InChI=1S/C6H12O3/c1-5(7)4-6(2,3)9-8/h8H,4H2,1-3H3
  • InChI Key: TVLYPTZVJFAYSU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
  • Exact Mass: 132.078644241
  • Molecular Formula: C6H12O3
  • Molecular Weight: 132.16
  • SMILES: CC(=O)CC(C)(C)OO
  • Topological: 46.5
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 132.078644241
  • Physical Description: Methyl isobutyl ketone peroxide appears as a colorless liquid shipped with not more than 62% peroxide in solution of methyl isobutyl ketone. Crystallizes when dry. May explode from heat, shock or friction when dry.
  • Synonyms: Methyl isobutyl ketone peroxide, 28056-59-9, 2-Pentanone, 4-hydroperoxy-4-methyl-, EINECS 248-803-7, DTXSID9067356, KAYAMEK B, TRIGONOX HM 80, DTXCID7037765, ISOBUTYL METHYL KETONE PEROXIDE, 4-Hydroperoxy-4-methylpentan-2-one, 37206-20-5, methylisobutylketonperoxid, SCHEMBL8608351, NS00028413

Application

4-Hydroperoxy-4-methylpentan-2-one is primarily used as a free-radical initiator in polymerization reactions, including the production of resins and plastics. It also serves as a cross-linking agent for elastomers and coatings, enhancing mechanical and thermal properties. Additionally, this compound is employed in organic synthesis for selective oxidation reactions under mild conditions.

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