Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

BASF IRGACURE 127 Photoinitiator

BASF IRGACURE 127 is a Type I free-radical UV photoinitiator in the IRGACURE series, 2-benzyl-2-(dimethylamino)-1-(4-morpholinophenyl)-1-butanone, off-white powder, non-yellowing, oxygen-insensitive, low-odor/low-volatility post-cure, ideal for UV inks, clear coats, wood floor topcoats, compoundable with IRG 379/819 for enhanced curing.

Features Of BASF IRGACURE 127 Photoinitiator

  1. Efficient UV initiation - Rapid free-radical generation under UV, accelerating curing speed, ideal for thin-coat rapid curing

  2. Low oxygen inhibition - Reduces oxygen’s curing inhibition, improving surface curing, minimizing pinholes

  3. Excellent compounding synergy - Compatible with most monomers/oligomers, compoundable for red-shifted absorption

  4. Low volatility & odor - Low post-cure volatiles, mild odor, suitable for indoor/low-odor scenarios

  5. Good thermal stability - Thermally stable, easy-to-disperse powder, suitable for free-radical/cationic systems

Typical Applications Of BASF IRGACURE 127 Photoinitiator

  1. Acrylic UV-curable varnishes - For paper, metal, plastic surfaces, improving gloss and weather resistance

  2. Outdoor wood/plastic UV coatings - Suitable for outdoor weathering requirements, minimizing yellowing, ensuring long-lasting color

  3. Flexo/screen UV inks - For packaging printing, enabling rapid curing and color stability

  4. Electronic coatings - For PCB solder masks, optical film coatings, ensuring fine-pattern curing

  5. Water-based UV dispersions - Suitable for water-based UV-curable coatings, ensuring curing efficiency and storage stability

Specifications Of BASF IRGACURE 127 Photoinitiator

BrandBASF
Chemical TypeType I free-radical UV photoinitiator (α-amino ketone)
Chemical Name2-benzyl-2-(dimethylamino)-1-(4-morpholinophenyl)-1-butanone
CAS No474510-57-1
Appearance (25℃)Off-white powder
Molecular Weight340.4 g/mol
Melting Point82-90℃
Absorption Peak259nm (in methanol)
Solubility (20℃, g/100g)TPGDA:40; TMPTA:15; EBECRYL 160:15; OTA 480:15; DPHA:>15



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