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Benzoylferrocene (CAS 1272-44-2)

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Alternate Names:
(Benzoylcyclopentadienyl)cyclopentadienyliron
CAS Number:
1272-44-2
Molecular Weight:
290.14
Molecular Formula:
C17H14FeO
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Benzoylferrocene is a radical initiator in various polymerization reactions. Benzoylferrocene′s mechanism of action involves the generation of free radicals through thermal or photochemical processes, which then initiate the polymerization of monomers. Benzoylferrocene plays a role in the initiation of polymerization reactions by facilitating the formation of active species that can react with monomers to form polymers. Benzoylferrocene′s mechanism of action involves the cleavage of the peroxide bond, leading to the generation of alkoxyl and benzoyloxy radicals that can initiate polymerization.


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Benzoylferrocene, 5 g

sc-227329
5 g
$131.00