CAS #: 75980-60-8
Diphenyl (2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl) phosphine oxide is a Type I photoinitiator best known for its through cure abilities. It is soluble in most monomers, oligomers and pre-polymers but insoluble in H2O.

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Performance Properties

Performance Properties

N/A Excellent in White Pigmented Systems and Thicker Clear Coatings Excellent through Cure Low Yellowing

Typical Properties

CAS #

N/A 75980-60-8

Acronym

N/A TPO

Chemical Name

N/A Diphenyl (2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl) phosphine oxide

Typical Applications

N/A

Clear Coatings for Graphic Arts, Wood, and Plastics

Light to Moderate Colored Inks and Coatings

Appearance

N/A Pale Yellow Crystalline Powder

Molecular Formula

N/A C22H21O2P

Molecular Weight

N/A 384.4

Boiling Point

N/A >250 ºC

Melting Point

N/A 90 ºC

Specific Gravity

N/A 1.14 g/mL

Abs. Peaks

N/A 295 nm 368 nm 380 nm 393 nm

Usage Levels

N/A 0.5 – 4.0 %