Description

4',4'''-Azobis(n-Methylacetanilide) is a specialized azo compound widely utilized as a high-performance polymerization initiator. Its primary value lies in its ability to generate free radicals under controlled thermal conditions, enabling precise initiation in the synthesis of polymers and resins. This product is essential for manufacturers in the polymer, specialty chemical, and advanced materials industries seeking reliable and efficient initiators for radical polymerization processes.

Application

• Primary initiator for free-radical polymerization of vinyl monomers such as styrene, acrylates, and methacrylates.
• Key component in the production of engineering plastics and high-performance resins.
• Used in the synthesis of acrylic polymers for coatings, adhesives, and sealants.
• Facilitates the manufacture of polystyrene and expandable polystyrene (EPS) foams.
• Employed in research and development for creating specialty copolymers with tailored properties.
• Suitable for applications requiring initiators with specific decomposition temperature profiles.

Basic Information

Product Name	4',4'''-Azobis(n-Methylacetanilide)
CAS No.	35077-51-1
Molecular Formula	C18H20N4O2
Molecular Weight	324.38 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'-Azobis(N-methylacetanilide); 2,2'-Azobis(N-methyl-p-acetanilide); 2,2'-Azobis(4-(N-methylacetamido)benzene); 4,4'-Azobis(N-methylacetamide); N,N'-(4,4'-Azodianiline)bis(N-methylacetamide); Azobis(N-methylacetanilide); Polymerization Initiator V-601; Wako V-601
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4',4'''-Azobis(n-Methylacetanilide) is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance as a polymerization initiator. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, melting point, and solvent content are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5 %
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.