Chemical name                   tert-Butyl hydroperoxide 

CAS NO.                              75-91-2

Brand Name                        XJ-TBHP70 

Molecular Weight               90.1

Molecular Formula                  C₄H₁₀O₂

Assay / physical form          70% Liquid

Reactive Oxygen Content   appx 12.43%

Application 

tert-Butyl hydroperoxide (TBHP) is known for its role in organic synthesis, where it acts as an effective , converting olefins into alcohols, ketones, or aldehydes. Its versatility extends to other compounds like amines, sulfides, and selenides. 

In the industrial sector, TBHP is used in the polymerization process, serving as a free radical initiator for materials like acrylates and silicone monomers. This leads to the creation of various polymer products. TBHP peroxide as polymerization initiator is particularly suitable for reduction of residual monomer.

Additionally, TBHP is used in surface treatments, rubber additives, and as a cross-linking agent for polymers. 

Its role also spans into oilfied , used as viscosity breaker for oilfield fracking. High purity reagent in pharmaceutical and fine chemicals synthesis. 

● Used in emulsion polymerization, aqueous-phase polymerization, curing, and graft polymerization. The emulsion polymerization can be initiated through a redox mechanism at low temperatures.Suitable reducing agents are Fe-salts, sulphites, dithionites, etc. In many cases, it outperforms alternatives like persulfates, cumene hydroperoxide, and benzoyl peroxide. 

● Widely applied as a polymerization initiator for styrene, acrylic, and methacrylic compounds.

● Serves as a vulcanizing agent for natural rubber and can be used to enhance the cetane number in diesel fuel.

● Acts as an important intermediate in organic synthesis, playing a key role in various chemical reactions.

● Known for its high selectivity and efficiency in epoxidation processes, making it a crucial oxidizing agent in many applications.