Description

3-Heptanone, 5-Methyl-, Peroxide is a specialized organic peroxide compound, identified by CAS No. 90604-94-7. This chemical serves as a critical strong oxidizing agent and reactive intermediate in advanced synthesis and material processing. It is essential for industrial and research operations requiring controlled, high-energy oxidation reactions to modify polymer properties or synthesize complex molecules.

Application

• Polymer Chemistry: Used as a cross-linking agent or initiator in the production and modification of specialty polymers and resins.
• Organic Synthesis: Acts as a key oxidizing agent or intermediate in multi-step synthesis of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.
• Material Science: Employed in surface treatment and functionalization processes to alter material properties.
• Research & Development: Serves as a high-purity reagent for developing new catalytic systems and reaction methodologies.
• Adhesive & Coating Formulations: Functions as a curing agent or hardener in high-performance industrial coatings and adhesives.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	3-Heptanone, 5-Methyl-, Peroxide
CAS No.	90604-94-7
Molecular Formula	C8H16O3
Molecular Weight	160.21 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-3-heptanone peroxide; 3-Heptanone, 5-methyl-, peroxide; Methyl amyl ketone peroxide; Heptanone peroxide derivative; Ketone peroxide, C8; Organic peroxide initiator C8; tert-Butyl peroxy-3-heptanone (related structural analog); Reactive ketone peroxide
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-Heptanone, 5-Methyl-, Peroxide adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability. The product undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by titration and impurity profiling, to meet exacting customer requirements. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, active oxygen content, and safety parameters is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources, sparks, and incompatible materials such as reducing agents, strong acids, and bases. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C. Due to its peroxide nature and light sensitivity, handle and store with appropriate precautions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Active Oxygen)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	0.95 - 1.05

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