Dibenzoyl peroxide is a peroxide compound that can easily decompose and produce free radicals due to its special structure. This feature has made it a useful material in many chemical and industrial processes. Dibenzoyl peroxide has a peroxide bond (-O-O-) connecting two benzoyl groups (C₆H₅CO). This bond is one of the weakest bonds in the molecular structure, which is why this substance is easily decomposed under heat or light and produces free radicals.
Technical Characteristics
| Chemical Formula | C14H10O4 |
| Other names | PEROXAN BP DBP Benzoyl peroxide,Benzac Clearasil Panoxyl Perkadox |
| CAS Number | 94-36-0 |
| SADT | 80 °C |
| Molar mass | 242.230 g·mol−1 |
| Active oxygen | 4.9 wt.% |
| Appearance | white powder or doughy |
Applications
Styrene polymerization
• Acne treatment
• Copolymerization of acrylonitrile and vinyl acetate
• Paint and resin industries
• Polymerization of acrylate and methacrylate
• Bleaching agent in various industries
Environmental impact of DBP
Due to its degradability, dibenzoyl peroxide does not have severe long-term effects on the environment, but in the short term, if it is used and disposed of incorrectly, it can harm aquatic life and local ecosystems. Accurate management and monitoring of pollutant sources is the key to reducing the environmental effects of this material.
Safety Measures and Regulations for Handling DBP
Dibenzoyl peroxide is flammable and acts as an oxidizer. It is sensitive to shock, friction and heat.
It should be stored in a cool, dry place away from flammable materials. It is recommended to use personal protective equipment such as gloves and safety glasses when working with this material.
Packing
Peroxide compounds decompose quickly at high temperatures. So, they should be kept at low temperatures and generally less than 20 degrees Celsius. In the best possible case, its shelf life is 6 months from the date of its production.
It is supplied in 27 kg cardboard packages.