Lauroyl Peroxide Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
SDS #: 431.1
Revision Date: March 21, 2014
Lauroyl Peroxide
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Signal Word
DANGER
Hazard class: Self-reactive substances and mixtures; and Organic peroxides (Types C, D, E, F). Heating may cause a fire (H242). Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and hot surfaces. No smoking (P210).
Component Name |
CAS Number |
Formula |
Formula Weight |
Concentration |
Lauroyl peroxide
Synonyms: Dodecanoyl peroxide; Dilauroyl peroxide
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105-74-8 |
[CH3(CH2)10CO]2O2
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398.63 |
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Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell. If inhaled: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do so. Continue rinsing (P305+P351+P338). If eye irritation persists eyes: Get medical advice or attention (P337+P313). If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell.
Combustible solid. Strong oxidizer. Fire hazard when in contact with organic or combustible materials. When heated to decomposition, may emit toxic fumes. In case of fire: Use a tri-class dry chemical fire extinguisher (P370+P378).
NFPA Code
None established
Sweep up the spill, place in a sealed bag or container, and dispose. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete. See Sections 8 and 13 for further information.
Flinn Suggested Chemical Storage Pattern: Organic #6. Store with peroxides, hydroperoxides, and azides. Purchase only small quantities. Keep refrigerated 2-8°C. Strong oxidizer. Keep only in original container (P234). Keep cool (P235). Keep and store away from clothing and combustible materials (P220).
Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection (P280). Wash hands thoroughly after handling (P264).
White, course powder. Faint odor like candle wax. Soluble: Most organic solvents. Partially in alcohol. Insoluble in water.
Melting point: 49 °C
Avoid contact with reducers, finely powdered metals, and strong bases. Shelf life: Fair to poor. See Section 7 for further information.
Acute effects: Eye, skin, and mucous membrane irritant. Chronic effects: N.A. Target organs:. N.A.
ORL-RAT LD50: N.A. IHL-RAT LC50: N.A. SKN-RBT LD50: N.A.
Please review all federal, state and local regulations that may apply before proceeding. Flinn Suggested Disposal Method #22b is one option.
Shipping name: Not regulated. Hazard class: N/A. UN number: N/A.
TSCA-listed, EINECS-listed (203-326-3), RCRA code D001.
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