3903-88-6

Basic information

• Product Name: 1-(pentylperoxy)pentane
• Synonyms: 1-(Pentylperoxy)pentane; Dipentyl peroxide; peroxide, dipentyl
• CAS NO: 3903-88-6
• Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₂₂O₂
• Molecular Weight: 174.2805
• Mol File: 3903-88-6.mol

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 197.208°C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 53.718°C
• Density: 0.845g/cm³
• Vapor Pressure: 0.539mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.417
• CAS DataBase Reference: 1-(pentylperoxy)pentane(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 1-(pentylperoxy)pentane(3903-88-6)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 1-(pentylperoxy)pentane(3903-88-6)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 3903-88-6(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Chemical structure

1-(pentylperoxy)pentane is an organic peroxide compound with a five-carbon chain and a peroxy group attached to one of the carbon atoms.

Functional group

The peroxy group (-O-O-) is the key functional group in 1-(pentylperoxy)pentane, which contributes to its reactivity.

Reactivity

Due to the presence of the peroxy group, 1-(pentylperoxy)pentane is highly reactive and can initiate various chemical reactions.

Hazards

1-(pentylperoxy)pentane is potentially hazardous due to its tendency to undergo explosive decomposition.

Safety protocols

It is crucial to store and handle 1-(pentylperoxy)pentane with proper safety measures to prevent accidents and ensure its safe use in chemical processes.

Stability

The stability of 1-(pentylperoxy)pentane may be affected by factors such as temperature, pressure, and exposure to other reactive substances.

Storage

It should be stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Transportation

When transporting 1-(pentylperoxy)pentane, it is essential to follow specific guidelines and regulations to minimize the risk of accidents.

Disposal

Safe disposal methods should be employed to prevent environmental contamination and potential hazards associated with the decomposition of 1-(pentylperoxy)pentane.

Upstream product

• 6968-20-3 pentyl methanesulfonate 
• 110-53-2 1-Bromopentane 
• 74-80-6 pentyl hydroperoxide 

Downstream Products

• 96-47-9 2-methyltetrahydrofuran 
• 1487-15-6 2-Methyl-4,5-dihydrofuran 
• 534-22-5 2-methylfuran 
• 110-62-3 pentanal 
• 71-41-0 pentan-1-ol 
• 108-29-2 5-methyl-dihydro-furan-2-one 

Relevant articles and documents

The selective functionalization of saturated hydrocarbons. Part 40. Aspects of Fe(II) based peroxide fragmentation in pyridine solution

The Haber-Weiss mechanism does not apply to the Fe(II) induced fragmentation of primary and secondary hydroperoxides in pyridine. However, it does apply to tertiary hydroperoxides. Steric bulk is an important factor in Fe(II) induced dialkyl peroxide decomposition in pyridine. On the contrary in tetrahydrofuran a different relatively unhindered electron transfer process predominates where the Fe(II) becomes a catalyst.

An Easy Access to Unsymmetrical Peroxides

Unsymmetrical peroxides could be prepared easily by reaction of alkyl hydroperoxides with primary and secondary alkyl bromides and methanesulfonates in tetrahydrofuran in the presence of potassium hydroxide and polyethyleneglycol 400.