Isocyanurate, triglycidyl is a reactive chemical that has been used as a model system to study the reaction mechanism of thermal expansion.
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl is soluble in organic solvents and reacts with water to form a free radical, which then reacts with an organic molecule.
This reaction solution can be used as an analytical method for the determination of methyl ethyl ketones.
CAS: 2451-62-9
MF: C12H15N3O6
MW: 297.26
EINECS: 219-514-3
Synonyms
Triglycidyl Isocyanate;HARDENER TGIC-P (TRIGLYCIDYL ISOCYANURATE MICROPOWDER GRADE);HARDENER TGIC-SP (MICROPOWDER WITH LOW CHLORINE CONTENT);TRIGLYCIDY ISOCYANURATE (TGIC);6(1h,3h,5h)-trione,1,3,5-tris(2,3-epoxypropyl)-s-triazine-4;6(1h,3h,5h)-trione,tris(2,3-epoxypropyl)-s-triazine-4;glycidylisocyanurate;n,n’,n’’-triglycidylisocyanurate
The high resistance of Isocyanurate, triglycidyl to thermal aging makes it suitable for use in polyester manufacturing, metal hydroxides, and wastewater treatment.
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl also has biological properties such as its ability to inhibit mitochondrial membrane potential and prevent cell death through apoptosis.
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl has also been shown to have nitrogen atoms that react with water vapor at high temperatures, which may lead to the production of nitrates that could be toxic to bacteria or plants.
Occupational contact dermatitis can occur in people producing this chemical, in those producing the powder coat paint and in sprayers.
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl is a highly reactive, toxic cross-linking and curing agent primarily used in industrial polyester powder coatings, adhesives, and printed circuit boards.
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl is classified as a hazardous chemical due to its severe eye irritancy, toxicity if swallowed, and potential to cause genetic defects.
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl is a triazene triepoxide with antiangiogenic and antineoplastic activities.
Isocyanurate, triglycidylinhibits the growth of non-small-cell-lung cancer cells via p53 activation.
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl induces cell apoptosis.
Isocyanurate, triglycidylcan be used for cancer research.
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl is a chemical compound characterized by its structure, which includes three glycidyl ether groups attached to an isocyanurate ring.
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl is primarily used as a crosslinking agent in epoxy resins and coatings, enhancing their thermal and chemical resistance.
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl is a white to off-white solid at room temperature and is known for its low viscosity when melted, making it suitable for various applications in the coatings industry.
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl is also recognized for its ability to improve the mechanical properties of materials, contributing to durability and longevity.
However, Isocyanurate, triglycidyl is classified as a potential sensitizer and may pose health risks upon exposure, necessitating appropriate safety measures during handling.
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl's reactivity allows it to participate in various polymerization processes, making it valuable in the production of advanced composite materials.
Overall, Isocyanurate, triglycidyl is an important substance in the field of polymer chemistry, particularly in applications requiring robust and resilient materials.
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl Chemical Properties
Melting point: 95-98°C
Boiling point: 438.78°C (rough estimate)
density: 1,42 g/cm3
vapor pressure: 0.007Pa at 20℃
refractive index: 1.5290 (estimate)
storage temp.: Store at 4°C
solubility: DMSO: 50 mg/mL (168.20 mM)
form: powder to crystal
pka: -2.44±0.20(Predicted)
color: White to Almost white
Water Solubility: <0.1 g/100 mL at 20 ºC
InChI: InChI=1S/C12H15N3O6/c16-10-13(1-7-4-19-7)11(17)15(3-9-6-21-9)12(18)14(10)2-8-5-20-8/h7-9H,1-6H2
InChIKey: OUPZKGBUJRBPGC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
LogP: -0.8 at 20℃
CAS DataBase Reference: 2451-62-9(CAS DataBase Reference)
EPA Substance Registry System: Isocyanurate, triglycidyl (2451-62-9)
Uses
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl be used for curing agent of polyester and acrylic resin carboxyl-containing powder coating, manufacturing an electrical insulating laminates, adhesives, plastics stabilizers.
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl is used as cross-linker in heat-cured polyester paints, such as laminated sheetings, printed circuits, tools, inks, adhesives, lining materials etc.
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl is widely used as a cross-linking agent or curing agent in powder coating industry, Isocyanurate, triglycidyl is used also in the printed circuit board industry, electrical insulation and as a stabilizer in plastic industry.
Typical applications of polyester Isocyanurate, triglycidylpowder coatings are where sharp edges and corners exist such as on automotive wheels, air conditioners, lawn furniture, and air conditioner cabinets.
1.Mainly used as curing agent for polyester powder, also used in manufacturing laminates, printed circuits, tools, adhesives, plastic stabilizers, etc.
2.Used for cross-linking and curing of pure polyester powder coatings, acrylic polyester containing carboxyl group, self-extinguishing polymers, modified epoxy resins, preparation of high-efficiency adhesives, etc.
3.Curing agent for electronic printing ink (LCD, CCD).
4.Isocyanurate, triglycidyl can be used as cross-linking aid and radiation-assisted cross-linking agent for rubber and plastics.
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl is effective in improving the degree of cross-linking and reducing the radiation dose.
Because of the high crosslinking density of Isocyanurate, triglycidyl homopolymer, it is widely used in the industrial production of adhesives, cables, paper and organic glass to enhance the strength of other substrates in the process of polymerization.
Industrial Application
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl is a white powder or granular solid and is normally sold under the trade name ARALDITE PT810R or TEPIC G R. As a tri-functional epoxy monomer, TGIC is used in large scale as curing agent for powder coatings or for cross-linking elastomers.
Rosin acids of natural origin may also be cured with TGIC for versatile applications.
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl has also been used for pharmaceutical purposes, in membranes, for curing intelligent gels or liquid crystal elastomers.
Especially, this curing agent has been widely used in dry powder coating for over 40 years.
Health Toxicity
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl has been known that TGIC is toxic by inhalation and if swallowed.
Isocyanurate, triglycidyl is a severe eye irritant, and a mild skin and nasal irritant, although it has the potential to cause skin sensitisation in people which can lead to severe skin rashes.
Exposure to Isocyanurate, triglycidyl in powder paints may cause not only contact dermatitis, but also occupational asthma.
Kidney damage has also been observed in rats repeatedly exposed to Isocyanurate, triglycidyl by oral dosing, and damage to the developing sperm cells has been observed in mice repeatedly exposed to TGIC orally and by inhalation.
There is an evidence that exposure of males to Isocyanurate, triglycidyl produces genetic changes in the sperm which may lead to heritable effects in the offspring.
There is cause for concern that these effects could occur in humans, so that Isocyanurate, triglycidyl has been classified in the EU as a Category 2 mutagen.
Exposures to Isocyanurate, triglycidyl during manufacturing procedures have been identified as hazardous to workers.
Reactivity Profile
Epoxides are highly reactive.
They polymerize in the presence of catalysts or when heated.
These polymerization reactions can be violent.
Compounds in this group react with acids, bases, and oxidizing and reducing agents.
They react, possibly violently with water in the presence of acid and other catalysts.