2,2′-Azodi(2-methylbutyronitrile)
Pharmaceutical Materials 2025-03-02
CAS Number: 13472-08-7
Molecular Formula: C10H16N4
Molecular Weight: 192.26 g/mol
Appearance: White solid
Melting Point: 48-52 °C
Usage: It is used as a polymerization initiator and a chemical intermediate.
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | 2.2′-Azodi(2-methylbutyronitrile) |
| Synonyms | 2.2′-Azobis(2-methylbutyronitrile), V-59. AIBN, Water-soluble Polymer Initiator |
| CAS Number | 13472-08-7 |
| Formula | C10H16N4 |
| Molecular Weight | 192.26 g/mol |
| Appearance | White crystalline solid |
| Melting Point | 49-52°C |
| Boiling Point | 273°C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 0.94 g/cm³ |
| Refractive Index | 1.489 |
| Flash Point | 273°C at 760 mmHg |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water; soluble in toluene and lower alcohols |
| Functional Group | Azo group |
| Applications | Used as a radical initiator in polymerization reactions; widely used in the synthesis of polymers such as polyacrylonitrile and polystyrene; also used as a foaming agent in rubber and plastics |
| Hazard Information | May be explosive if struck, ground, or heated; highly flammable; incompatible with strong oxidizing agents; moderately toxic by ingestion; emits toxic vapors of NOx when heated to decomposition |
| Storage Conditions | Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C; keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames; keep container tightly closed |
| Handling Precautions | Wear appropriate personal protective equipment; avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing; use in a well-ventilated area; keep away from ignition sources and strong oxidizing agents |
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