Description

tert-Butyl peroxynitrate is a specialized organic peroxide compound with the CAS registry number 42829-58-3. It serves as a powerful and highly reactive oxidizing agent, critical for initiating and controlling radical-driven chemical processes. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the polymer and specialty chemical sectors for applications requiring precise and efficient radical generation.

Application

• Polymerization Initiator: Used as a radical initiator in the production of various polymers, including polystyrene, polyethylene, and acrylic resins.
• Organic Synthesis Intermediate: Facilitates key oxidation and nitration reactions in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical intermediates and fine chemicals.
• Cross-linking Agent: Employed in the curing and cross-linking of elastomers and thermoset plastics to enhance material properties.
• Fuel Additive Research: Studied in combustion chemistry as a model compound for understanding ignition and oxidation kinetics in hydrocarbon fuels.
• Laboratory Reagent: Serves as a specialized reagent in research laboratories for studying peroxynitrite chemistry and radical reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	tert-Butyl Peroxynitrate
CAS No.	42829-58-3
Molecular Formula	C4H9NO4
Molecular Weight	135.12 g/mol
Synonyms	tert-Butyl peroxynitrite; Peroxynitric acid, 1,1-dimethylethyl ester; TBPN; (tert-Butylperoxy)nitrous acid; 1,1-Dimethylethyl peroxynitrate; NO2OOC(CH3)3
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our tert-Butyl peroxynitrate is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. While specific purity grades (e.g., technical, research) are available, all materials are characterized to confirm identity and strength. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, purity, and relevant impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its nature as a highly volatile and strong oxidizer, store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, ignition sources, and incompatible materials (e.g., reducing agents, strong acids, organic solvents). Recommended storage temperature is typically between 2°C and 8°C to maintain stability. Handle and store only in approved, non-reactive containers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 90.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Active Oxygen	Contact for details

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