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Di-n-propyl peroxydicarbonate (CAS 16066-38-9)

16066-38-9C8H14O62 suppliers2 products100%
Hazard Class:
Hazard Class 5.2
GHS Symbols:
GHS07
GHS02
GHS09
Overview & Applications

Di-n-propyl peroxydicarbonate (CAS 16066-38-9) is an organic peroxide compound with molecular formula C8H14O6 and molecular weight 206.193. Also known as Dipropyl peroxydicarbonate, n-Propyl percarbonate, Peroxydicarbonic acid, dipropyl ester. It typically appears in crystalline powder form.

Di-n-propyl peroxydicarbonate (CAS number: 16066-38-9) is an advanced chemical raw material that ensures a uniform molecular weight distribution of the final polymer while providing an excellent free radical generation rate. It is widely applied in PVC production, styrene polymerization, and modified plastic formulations. Its exceptional chemical characteristics give it an important position in modern industrial formulations, providing enterprises with highly efficient product solutions.

Below you can find its complete physical and chemical properties, safety data, GHS hazard classifications, and a catalog of 2 products from 2 verified manufacturers.

Other Names & Identifiers

CAS 16066-38-9 is also known as:

  • Dipropyl peroxydicarbonate
  • n-Propyl percarbonate
  • Peroxydicarbonic acid, dipropyl ester
  • Di(n-propyl)peroxydicarbonate
  • Peroxydicarbonic acid, C,C′-dipropyl ester
Basic Information

CAS Number

16066-38-9

Molecular Formula

C8H14O6

Molecular Weight

206.193

EINECS Number

240-211-7

MDL Number

MFCD00003365

BRN Number

2052952

Chemical Name

Di-n-propyl peroxydicarbonate

Last Updated

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Aliases

Dipropyl peroxydicarbonate
n-Propyl percarbonate
Peroxydicarbonic acid, dipropyl ester
Di(n-propyl)peroxydicarbonate
Peroxydicarbonic acid, C,C′-dipropyl ester
Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White solid

Appearance State

Crystalline solid. Insoluble in water, soluble in ethanol, acetone.

Color

Colorless

Odor

Odorless

Form

Crystalline Powder

Melting Point

100-101

Boiling Point

265.0 (predicted)

Flash Point

85.8

Density

1.143

Vapor Density

>1 (air=1)

Vapor Pressure

ca. 33 hPa @ 20°C

Refractive Index

1.529 (predicted)

LogP Value

2.96 @ 25 °C

Merck Index

9691

Solubility

Slightly soluble in water (≈21.8 mg/L @20 °C)

Water Solubility

ca. 0.0218 g/L @ 20°C

Solubility Detail

Slightly soluble in water (ca. 21.8 mg/L @20°C).

Storage Conditions

Store in a ventilated, cool (not >–20°C), sealed container, away from fire, heat, and incompatible materials.

InChI Key

YPVDWEHVCUBACK-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Safety Data

GHS Hazard Symbols

GHS07
GHS02
GHS09

Hazard Class

Hazard Class 5.2

Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Symbols

F

Risk Codes

R11, R20/21/22, R36

UN Number

UN 3113

IARC Classification

Not Classified

WGK Germany

2

RTECS Number

-

Auto-ignition Temperature

435

TSCA Listed

Listed (Active)

Packing Group

II

Customs Code

2909600000

Occupational Exposure Band (OEB)

Not Specified

Occupational Exposure Limit (OEL)

Not Specified

Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH)

Not Specified

Hazard Statements

H242,H315,H319,H303,H410

Safety Statements

S16, S26, S36/37/39

Suppliers & Products (2 suppliers, 2 products)

2 verified suppliers offering 2 products for Di-n-propyl peroxydicarbonate (CAS 16066-38-9). Compare equivalent grades across brands (e.g., Trigonox vs Luperox) by assay, physical form, and availability from trusted manufacturers and distributors worldwide.

Company NameProduct ModelAssayPhysical FormStatus
Changshu NOF Chemical Co.,Ltd.PEROYL NPP-50M50%-In Production
Arkema Changshu siteLUPEROX 221LiquidImported

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