METHYL ETHYL KETONE PEROXIDE

Appearance

Colorless oily liquid

Function

Dilute solutions of 30 to 60% MEKP are used in industry and by hobbyists as the catalyst which initiates the crosslinking of unsaturated polyester resins used in glass-reinforced plastic, and casting.

Synonyms

Methyl Ethyl Ketone Peroxide; Cadox L50-A; Thermacure; 2-Butanone peroxide; 2-Hydroperoxy-2-(2-hydroperoxybutan-2-ylperoxy)butane

Storage

Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, well-ventilated area away from sunlight, heat, and steam pipes, and protect from shock, friction and contamination.

Packages

100 ml. HDPE Bottle
250 ml. HDPE Bottle
1 lb. Bulk

Industry

Industrial

Product Class

Solvents

Other

Origin: Synthetic
Shelf life: N/A
Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 SUB 2 CLASS 85
Kosher Status: Not Kosher
Flash Point: 82 øC (180 øF)
Melting Point: N/A
API: NO
Allergen: NO
Hazmat: YES
Molecular Weight: 210.22 g/mol