V-601
CAS : 2589-57-3
Plastics manufacturing
Photocurable
V-601 is a nitrile-free oil-soluble azo polymerization initiator which has similar level of polymerization activity as AIBN. A safer developed as alternative to AIBN, V-601 decomposition results in much less toxic byproducts. As a nitrile-free azo initiator, V-601 displays excellent solubility characteristics in organic solvents. Since the volatility of the decomposition product is higher than that of others, such a product can be removed in the process of polymer manufacturing. Being of non-nitrile type, the polymerized polymers are highly transparent, therefore, semiconductors and LCDs applications are expected.
- Non-nitrile azo initiator as an alternative to AIBN
- Freely soluble in various organic solvents, available for high solid coating.
- With equivalent polymerization activity of AIBN. Efficiency of polymerization rises in alcohol solvents
- 10 Hour half-life decomposition temperature: 66℃
| Chemical name | Dimethyl 2,2'-azobis(2-methylpropionate) |
|---|---|
| CAS RN® | 2589-57-3 |
| Molecular weight | 230.26 |
| Molecular formula | C10H18N2O4 |
| Synonyms | Dimethyl 2,2'-azobisisobutyrate; MAIB 2,2'-Azobis(isobutyric acid methyl); AIBME |
Physical characteristics
| Color Appearance |
slightly yellow or light yellow crystals or oily liquid |
|---|---|
| Melting point/freezing point | 22-28℃ |
| 10hour half-life decomposition temperature | 66℃（in toluene） |
| Activation energy | 131.2 kJ/mol |
| Frequency factor (ln A) | 35.67 |
| Solubilities | water : insoluble. |
| SADT | 35℃ |
*SADT: Self-accelerating decomposition temperature
Packaging & Storage conditions
| Packaging | 10kg / 500g |
|---|---|
| Storage conditions | keep under 10℃ |
Related laws and regulations
| TSCA | Listed under 5e Consent Order |
|---|---|
| EINECS | Listed |
| REACH | 01-2120807902-57-0000 |
Chemical structure
V-601 is a nitrile-free oil-soluble azo polymerization initiator which has similar 10-hour half-life temperature of polymerization activity as AIBN.
| AIBN | V-601 | |
| Structural formula |
Contain Nitrile group |
No Nitrile group |
| 10-hour half-life temperature (Toluene) |
65℃ | 66℃ |
Transparency
The polymerized polymers from V-601 are highly transparent than from AIBN.
Appearance of AIBN and V-601 solutions.
Comparison of transparency (%) of AIBN and V-601 solutions.
Volatility of Decomposition Products
The decomposition product of V-601 is characterized by a higher volatility than that of AIBN. Also, the decomposition product of V-601 is azeotropic with water, therefore, thus can be easily removed from the post-reaction system.
- Boiling point of decomposition product of V-601: 85-90 ℃ (5 mmHg)
- Azeotropic point of decomposition product of V-601 with water: 90 ℃
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