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Diisobutyryl peroxide (CAS 3437-84-1)

3437-84-1C8H14O44 suppliers6 products100%
Hazard Class:
Hazard Class 5.2
GHS Symbols:
GHS01
GHS08
GHS02
GHS07
GHS05
Overview & Applications

Diisobutyryl peroxide (CAS 3437-84-1) is an organic peroxide compound with molecular formula C8H14O4 and molecular weight 174.194. Also known as Isobutyryl peroxide, bisisobutyryl peroxide, Diisobutyroyl peroxide. It typically appears in liquid form.

Diisobutyryl peroxide (CAS number: 3437-84-1) is an specialty chemical raw material that is renowned for its excellent thermal stability and low volatility, performing exceptionally well in complex chemical syntheses. It is frequently used in the crosslinking curing of automotive parts and high-end sealing materials. 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 6 products from 4 verified manufacturers.

Other Names & Identifiers

CAS 3437-84-1 is also known as:

  • Isobutyryl peroxide
  • bisisobutyryl peroxide
  • Diisobutyroyl peroxide
  • Bis(2-methyl-1-oxopropyl)peroxide
  • Bis(2-methyl-1-oxopropyl) peroxide
  • Peroxide,bis(2-methyl-1-oxopropyl)
  • Peroxide, bis(2-methyl-1-oxopropyl)
  • 2-methylpropanoyl 2-methylpropaneperoxoate
  • diisobutyryl peroxide
  • DIPB
Basic Information

CAS Number

3437-84-1

Molecular Formula

C8H14O4

Molecular Weight

174.194

EINECS Number

222-333-3

MDL Number

MFCD00084802

BRN Number

1769632

Chemical Name

Diisobutyryl peroxide

Last Updated

6/12/2024

Aliases

Isobutyryl peroxide
bisisobutyryl peroxide
Diisobutyroyl peroxide
Bis(2-methyl-1-oxopropyl)peroxide
Bis(2-methyl-1-oxopropyl) peroxide
Peroxide,bis(2-methyl-1-oxopropyl)
Peroxide, bis(2-methyl-1-oxopropyl)
2-methylpropanoyl 2-methylpropaneperoxoate
diisobutyryl peroxide
DIPB
Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Colorless to pale yellow liquid with a slight odor

Appearance State

Liquid. Insoluble in water.

Color

Light Yellow

Odor

Slight pungent odor

Form

Liquid

Melting Point

-10 (est.)

Boiling Point

225.2 (predicted)

Flash Point

ca. 65

Density

1.082 (predicted)

Vapor Density

ca. 3.0 (air=1)

Vapor Pressure

1.2-2.41 hPa @ 20-25°C

Refractive Index

1.4220 (est.)

LogP Value

0.94-2.6 @ 20-25 °C

Merck Index

Not Listed

Solubility

49.1 g/L at 25°C

Water Solubility

49.1 g/L @ 25°C

Solubility Detail

Solubility in water is 49.1 g/L (25°C).

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, avoid direct sunlight and ignition sources, keep container sealed.

InChI Key

RPBWMJBZQXCSFW-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Safety Data

GHS Hazard Symbols

GHS01
GHS08
GHS02
GHS07
GHS05

Hazard Class

Hazard Class 5.2

Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Symbols

O

Risk Codes

R7, R10, R36/37/38

UN Number

UN 3115

IARC Classification

Not Classified

WGK Germany

2

RTECS Number

-

Auto-ignition Temperature

ca. 150

TSCA Listed

Listed (Active)

Packing Group

II

Customs Code

29096000

Occupational Exposure Band (OEB)

Not Specified

Occupational Exposure Limit (OEL)

Not Specified

Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH)

Not Specified

Hazard Statements

H241,H304,H317,H314

Safety Statements

S3/7, S14, S16, S26, S36/37/39

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