Substance profile
tert-Butyl peroxy-2-ethylhexanoate
tert-Butyl peroxy-2-ethylhexanoate: liquid; CBI.
01 · Identification
What tert-Butyl peroxy-2-ethylhexan… is
tert-Butyl peroxy-2-ethylhexanoate: liquid; CBI. Its molecular formula is C12H24O3 and its molecular weight is 216.32 g/mol.
Under the GHS it carries the signal word Danger.
Other names for tert-Butyl peroxy-2-ethylhexan…
- tert-butyl 2-ethylperoxyhexanoate
02 · GHS classification
Hazards and label elements
Harmonised classification under CLP Annex VI. This is the legally binding classification in the EU; other jurisdictions may differ.
03 · Handling and storage
Storing and handling tert-Butyl peroxy-2-ethylhexan…
Reactivity
TERT-BUTYL PEROXY-2-ETHYLHEXANOATE explodes with great violence when rapidly heated to a critical temperature; pure form is shock sensitive and detonable [Bretherick 1979 p. 602]. Decomposes violently or explosively at temperatures 0-10 °C owing to self- accelerating exothermic decomposition; Several explosions were due to shock, heat or friction; amines and certain metals can cause accelerated decomposition [Bretherick 1979 p. 156]. Danger of explosion when dry
Source: CAMEO Chemicals
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