Cumene hydroperoxide
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Description
A pale color liquid often used as a Catalyst for curing polyester, acrylic, and some types of silicone resins.
Synonyms and Related Terms
dimethylbenzyl hydroperoxide
Risks
- Toxic by inhalation and skin absorption.
- Flammable. Flash point =79C.
- May explode if decomposed by sunlight or acids.
- Sigma-Aldrich: SDS
Physical and Chemical Properties
Soluble in ethanol, acetone, esters, hydrocarbons, chlorinated hydrocarbons. Slightly soluble in water.
| Composition | C6H5C(CH3)2OOH |
|---|---|
| CAS | 80-15-9 |
| Melting Point | -10 C |
| Density | 1.05 g/ml |
| Molecular Weight | mol. wt. = 152.2 |