Description

Dimyristyl Peroxydicarbonate is a high-purity organic peroxide initiator widely used in polymerization processes. Its primary value lies in its ability to decompose at moderate temperatures to generate free radicals, making it an efficient and reliable initiator for the production of various polymers. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the plastics, resins, and specialty chemical industries seeking controlled polymerization kinetics and high-quality polymer products.

Application

• Polymerization Initiator: A key free-radical initiator for the suspension and bulk polymerization of vinyl monomers such as vinyl chloride (PVC), ethylene, and styrene.
• Plastics Manufacturing: Used in the production of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) resins, contributing to controlled molecular weight and polymer structure.
• Resin Synthesis: Employed in the synthesis of acrylic resins, polystyrene, and other copolymers requiring specific thermal initiation profiles.
• Cross-linking Agent: Facilitates the cross-linking of polymers to enhance thermal stability, mechanical strength, and chemical resistance in final products.
• Curing Agent: Used in the curing processes for unsaturated polyester resins and other thermosetting polymers.
• Specialty Chemical Intermediate: Serves as an intermediate in organic synthesis and the production of specialty peroxides.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dimyristyl Peroxydicarbonate
CAS No.	53220-22-7
Molecular Formula	C30H58O6
Molecular Weight	514.78 g/mol
Synonyms	Di(tetradecyl) Peroxydicarbonate; Di(myristyl) Peroxydicarbonate; Dimyristyl Peroxodicarbonate; Peroxydicarbonic Acid, Di(tetradecyl) Ester; Tetradecyl Peroxydicarbonate; Myristyl Peroxydicarbonate; Initiator DMPD; DMPC
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dimyristyl Peroxydicarbonate is manufactured under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay by iodometric titration and purity verification by HPLC, to meet exacting industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, active oxygen content, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee specification compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at temperatures recommended on the specific product label or Safety Data Sheet (typically below 25°C/77°F). Due to its nature as a strong oxidizer and its high volatility, it must be stored separately from reducing agents, acids, bases, and heat sources. Keep away from direct sunlight and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid or paste
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Active Oxygen)	≥ 97.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Active Oxygen Content	3.10 - 3.20%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents (e.g., toluene, chloroform)

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