Pds Trigonox 21 c50 Acrylics Production Nar en
Pds Trigonox 21 c50 Acrylics Production Nar en
Pds Trigonox 21 c50 Acrylics Production Nar en
Trigonox 21-C50
tert-Butyl peroxy-2-ethylhexanoate
Commonly preferred perester solution for curing CAS number EINECS/ELINCS No.
3006-82-4 221-110-7
unsaturated polyester resins at elevated temperatures.
TSCA status Molecular weight
listed on inventory 216.3
Specifications
Acid as 2-ethylhexanoic acid ≤ 0.3 %
Assay 50.0-52.0 %
Characteristics
Density, 20 °C 0.825 g/cm³
Notes:
This product is suitable for several segments. Segment related PDSs are available on our website.
Applications
For Polymer Production/Poly(meth)acrylics: Polymerization of ethylene: Trigonox 21-C50 is an efficient initiator for the
production of Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE). It is used both for tubular and autoclave processes. In most cases a
combination with other peroxides is used to ensure a broad reactivity range. Polymerization of styrene: In suspension
polymerization processes, Trigonox 21-C50 can be used for the polymerization of styrene at approximately 90°C.
Trigonox 21-C50 has an activity comparable with dibenzoyl peroxide (Perkadox L-W75). Typically, Trigonox 21-C50 is used
in combination with initiators such as tert-Butyl peroxybenzoate (Trigonox C). Polymerization of acrylates and
methacrylates: Trigonox 21-C50 is an efficient initiator for the solution (co)polymerization of acrylates and methacrylates
in the temperature range of 65-100°C, amongst others for the manufacture of coatings. Trigonox 21-C50 can also be
applied as an initiator for the bulk and suspension (co)polymerization of acrylates and methacrylates. For Thermoset:
Trigonox 21-C50 is a suitable initiator for the curing of unsaturated polyester, vinyl ester and acrylic thermosetting resins
in the temperature range of 100 - 140°C (212 - 284°F). Trigonox 21-C50 is the classic intermediate initiator for pultrusion
applications, and also finds wide use in molding compounds and cured-in-place pipe systems. The activation
temperature of Trigonox 21-C50 can be lowered by the use of metal salts such as cobalt octoate.
Half-life data
The reactivity of an organic peroxide is usually given by its half-life (t1/2) at various temperatures. For Trigonox 21-C50 in
chlorobenzene half-life at other temperatures can be calculated by using the equations and constants mentioned below:
0.1 hr at 113°C
1 hr at 91°C
10 hr at 72°C
Formula 1 kd = A·e-Ea/RT
Formula 2 t½ = (ln2)/kd
Ea 124.90 kJ/mole
A 1.54E+14 s-1
R 8.3142 J/mole·K
T (273.15+°C) K
Thermal stability
Organic peroxides are thermally unstable substances, which may undergo self-accelerating decomposition. The lowest
temperature at which self-accelerating decomposition of a substance in the original packaging may occur is the Self-
Accelerating Decomposition Temperature (SADT). The SADT is determined on the basis of the Heat Accumulation Storage
Test.
SADT 40°C
Method The Heat Accumulation Storage Test is a recognized test method for the
determination of the SADT of organic peroxides (see Recommendations on the
Transport of Dangerous Goods, Manual of Tests and Criteria - United Nations, New
York and Geneva).
Storage
Due to the relatively unstable nature of organic peroxides a loss of quality can be detected over a period of time. To
minimize the loss of quality, Nouryon recommends a maximum storage temperature (Ts max. ) for each organic peroxide
product.
Ts Max. 10°C
Note When stored under these recommended storage conditions, Trigonox 21-C50 will
remain within the Nouryon specifications for a period of at least 3 months after
delivery.
Trigonox and Perkadox are registered trademarks of Nouryon Functional Chemicals B.V. or affiliates in one or more territories.
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