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tert-butyl peroxyacetate

CAS Number
107-71-1
EC Number
203-514-5
Chemical Formula
C6H12O3
Molecular Weight
132.16 g/mol

Description

Tert-butyl peroxyacetate (CAS 107-71-1 ), also known as tert-butyl peracetate and sold under the trade name Lupersol 70, is an organic peroxide used as a free-radical source in polymer manufacturing. It delivers controlled radical generation across a defined temperature range, supporting both polymerization initiation and cross-linking processes for various industrial applications. In plastics and polymer production, it initiates free-radical polymerization of vinyl monomers including styrene, acrylates, and vinyl acetate, enabling consistent molecular weight control. Rubber and tire manufacturers use it as a cross-linking agent to cure elastomers, improving mechanical strength and heat resistance in finished compounds and specialty materials. It also functions as a co-initiator in high-temperature polymerization systems where precise radical flux is required to meet specific product performance requirements and specifications. Formulators working with polyethylene and specialty resins select it for grafting reactions where other peroxides would decompose too rapidly for the intended chemical process. Tert-butyl peroxyacetate is supplied as a liquid solution, typically at 75% active concentration in a diluent to reduce handling hazards associated with the pure form. Technical grade is the standard commercial offering, with supply governed by peroxide-specific transport and storage regulations. Packaging ranges from small drums to IBC containers. Contact us for supply of tert-butyl peroxyacetate Request Quote

Other Names (Synonyms)

tert-Butyl peracetate | t-Butyl peracetate | Lupersol 70 | t-Butyl peroxyacetate | Trigonox F-C50 | ETHANEPEROXOIC ACID, 1,1-DIMETHYLETHYL ESTER | Peroxyacetic acid, tert-butyl ester | FJ3F3S50CS

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Physical Properties

Melting Point-20 °C
Boiling Point1.405 °C @ Press: 20 Torr
Density0.9415 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C
Flash Point99 °F
Appearanceclear solution
ColorClear
FormSolution
Water Solubility3.878g/L at 25℃
Vapor Pressure1.966Pa at 25℃
Refractive Indexn 20/D 1.412
Log P1.6 at 25℃

Safety & Handling

Danger
GHS02· FlammableGHS06· ToxicGHS07· IrritantGHS09· EnvironmentGHS01· Explosive

Hazard Statements

H201(Deleted) Explosive; mass explosion hazard
H240Heating may cause an explosion
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H331Toxic if inhaled
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Trade & Regulatory

HS Code29159000
UN Number3103
ADR Class5.2
Storage Class5.2 - Organic peroxides and self-reacting hazardous materials
WGK (Germany)2