Novel process of organic peroxides synthesis

In this work, we will develop new processes, including new raw materials, to produce known organic peroxides; such processes will include direct coupling to manufacture organic peroxides. We will demonstrate the synthesis processes by selecting the appropriate carboxylic acid(s), hydroperoxide starting material(s), catalysts, and operating conditions to produce the desired organic peroxides, particularly, t-butyl peroxybenzoate and also extending to other peresters, such as, t-butyl peroxypivalate and t-butyl perox-2-ethylhexanoate. After that, we will optimize the critical process parameters that affect reaction efficiency, purity, and product yield. We will also analyze the final product including identification and quantification of impurities, and residual reactants. LUPEROX series are often used as a radical initiator in polymerization reactions, the high economic value and the modern synthesis routes will benefit the domestic market.

Faculty Supervisor:

Gregory Scott Patience

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Partner:

Arkema (ON)

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing

University:

Polytechnique Montréal

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