Description

trans-Di-tert-Butylhyponitrite is a specialized organic peroxide compound, recognized for its role as a free radical initiator and nitrosating agent. Its value lies in its ability to facilitate controlled radical polymerization and introduce nitrosyl groups under specific conditions, making it a critical reagent in advanced synthetic chemistry. This product is essential for researchers and industrial chemists in the polymer, pharmaceutical, and fine chemical sectors who require high-purity intermediates for developing novel materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• As a free radical initiator in controlled polymerization reactions for specialty polymers.
• As a nitrosating agent in organic synthesis for the preparation of nitroso compounds.
• As a research chemical for studying radical reaction mechanisms and kinetics.
• In the synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates requiring specific radical pathways.
• In material science for surface modification and cross-linking applications.
• As a precursor for other organic peroxides and specialty reagents.

Basic Information

Product Name	trans-Di-tert-Butylhyponitrite
CAS No.	82554-97-0
Molecular Formula	C8H18N2O2
Molecular Weight	174.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Di-tert-butyl hyponitrite; DTBN; (E)-Di-tert-butyl hyponitrite; tert-Butyl hyponitrite; Hyponitrous acid, di-tert-butyl ester; 1,2-Bis(tert-butyl)diazene 1-oxide; 2-Methyl-2-propanyl (1E)-2-(2-methyl-2-propanyl)-1-oxodiazene-1-olate
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Quality Control

Our trans-Di-tert-Butylhyponitrite is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including NMR, IR, and HPLC to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C. This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maintain stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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