2,2-Azobisisobutyronitrile
2,2-Azobisisobutyronitrile is a white crystalline powder soluble in alcohols and common organic solvents but is insoluble in water. Toxic oxides of nitrogen produced during combustion. Soluble in benzene, acrylonitrile, MEK &dicloromethane
- Other Names
- 2,2’-Azobis(2-ethylpropionitrile, AIBN, Azobisisobutyronitrile, genitron
- Chemical Formula
- C8H12N4
- CAS No
- 78-67-1
- Molar Mass
- 164.2 g/mol
| TEST | RESULT |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White Crystalline Powder |
| Assay | 98.50 % - min |
| Moisture | 0.2 % - max |
| Volatile Matter | 0.05 % - max |
| Iron Content | 10 ppm - max |
Applications:
Polymerization of monomers like vinyl chloride, styrene, vinyl acetate, etc.
Chemical blowing agent fir thick section rigid PVC foams.
Manufacture of silicon rubber foam
Depolymerising agent in the manufacturing of chlorinated rubber.
Manufacture of acrylic sheet, tubes, rods, etc.
Blowing agent for elastomers & plastics, initiators for free radical reactions.
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