LUPEROX 231EB88
1,1-Di-(tert-butylperoxy)-3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexane
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Main CAS Number
Chemical Name
1,1-Di-(tert-butylperoxy)-3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexane
Content
88%
Physical Form
Liquid
Applications
Luperox 231EB88 polymer initiator is a cyclic peroxyketal initiator used for the polymerization of styrenic polymers. Luperox 231EB88 converts styrene monomer to high molecular weight polymer faster than a thermal process alone. When Luperox 231EB88 is added during the polymerization process at 100°C to 130°C, the conversion of styrene to polystyrene is increased, reflecting an improvement in productivity. For the synthesis of high-impact polystyrene, the diradicals generated by Luperox 231EB88 can also improve the grafting rate of polystyrene to rubber, producing a product with higher impact resistance.