bisdecanoyl peroxide (CAS 762-12-9)
bisdecanoyl peroxide (CAS 762-12-9) is an organic peroxide compound with molecular formula C20H38O4 and molecular weight 342.51. Also known as Dicapryl peroxide, Decanoyl peroxide, Didecanoylperoxid. It typically appears in crystalline powder form.
bisdecanoyl peroxide (CAS number: 762-12-9) is renowned for its excellent thermal stability and low volatility. It is especially common in the modification of foaming materials, EVA footwear, and various engineering plastics. At room temperature it is a white solid. Its molecular formula is C20H38O4.
Below you can find its complete physical and chemical properties, safety data, GHS hazard classifications, and a catalog of 2 products from 2 manufacturers.
CAS 762-12-9 is also known as:
- Dicapryl peroxide
- Decanoyl peroxide
- Didecanoylperoxid
- Didecanoyl peroxide
- Dicaprinoyl peroxide
- decanoyl decaneperoxoate
- Peroxide,bis(1-oxodecyl)
- Peroxide, bis(1-oxodecyl)
- peroxycapric acid capryl ester
CAS Number
762-12-9
Molecular Formula
C20H38O4
Molecular Weight
342.51
EINECS Number
212-094-9
MDL Number
MFCD00049580
BRN Number
1719544
Chemical Name
bisdecanoyl peroxide
Last Updated
7/22/2025
Aliases
Appearance
White solid
Appearance State
Crystalline solid. Decomposes in water.
Color
White to Light Yellow
Odor
Slight pungent odor
Form
Crystalline Powder
Melting Point
40-41
Boiling Point
413.0 (predicted)
Flash Point
120
Density
0.936 (predicted)
Vapor Density
>1 (air=1)
Vapor Pressure
0.05 Pa @ 25°C
Refractive Index
1.460
LogP Value
8.5 @ 25 °C
Merck Index
Not Listed
Solubility
Slightly soluble in water, readily soluble in ethanol, ether
Water Solubility
slightly soluble in water
Solubility Detail
Slightly soluble in water, readily soluble in organic solvents like ethanol, ether.
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry place, avoid direct sunlight and high temperatures.
InChI Key
CZDRBUDTMKYXPH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
GHS Hazard Symbols
Hazard Class
Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Symbols
O
Risk Codes
R7, R8
UN Number
UN 3114
IARC Classification
Not Classified
WGK Germany
2
RTECS Number
-
Auto-ignition Temperature
200
TSCA Listed
Listed (Active)
Packing Group
II
Customs Code
29162990
Occupational Exposure Band (OEB)
Not Specified
Occupational Exposure Limit (OEL)
Not Specified
Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health (IDLH)
Not Specified
Hazard Statements
H242Precautionary Statements
P210,P220,P234,P280,P370+P378,P403+P235,P411,P420,P501Safety Statements
S3/7, S14, S17, S36/37/39
2 suppliers offering 2 products for bisdecanoyl peroxide (CAS 762-12-9). Compare equivalent grades across brands (e.g., Trigonox vs Luperox) by assay, physical form, and availability from trusted manufacturers and distributors worldwide.
| Company Name | Product Model | Assay | Physical Form | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nouryon Chemicals International B.V. | Perkadox SE-10 | Flake | Imported | |
| Lanzhou Auxiliary Agent Plant Co., Ltd. | LQ-DEP | - | In Production |
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