Dilauroyl peroxide

• CAT Number: M069682
• CAS Number: 105-74-8
• Molecular Formula: (C11H23CO)2O2
• Molecular Weight: 398.62
• Purity: ≥95%
• Storage: 2-8°C
• IUPAC Name: dodecanoyl dodecaneperoxoate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C24H46O4/c1-3-5-7-9-11-13-15-17-19-21-23(25)27-28-24(26)22-20-18-16-14-12-10-8-6-4-2/h3-22H2,1-2H3
• InChIKey: YIVJZNGAASQVEM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OOC(=O)CCCCCCCCCCC

Dilauroyl peroxide (Cat No.:M069682) is an organic peroxide compound used primarily as a polymerization initiator and cross-linking agent in the production of various polymers and plastics, such as polyethylene and polyvinyl chloride (PVC). It serves as a source of free radicals, which initiate polymerization reactions and promote the formation of cross-linked networks in the polymer chains. This enhances the physical properties and stability of the final polymer products. Dilauroyl peroxide’s ability to facilitate these reactions makes it a valuable ingredient in the plastics and rubber industries, contributing to the production of durable and versatile materials used in countless applications.