Chemical Properties
orange crystals or powder
Characteristics
2,2,6,6-Tetramethylpiperidinooxy(TEMPO) has the characteristics of high yield, good selectivity, good stability, and recyclable use.
Uses
In organic chemistry as a radical trap, 2,2,6,6-Tetramethylpiperidinooxy can be used as a catalyst and in polymerization mediation.
Uses
TEMPO(2,2,6,6-Tetramethylpiperidinooxy) is a stable radical prepared through the oxidation of 2,2,6,6-tetramethylpiperidine. TEMPO has a wide range of applications including use as a free radical scavenger, a reagent in organic synthe sis and as a structural probe in electron spin resonance spectroscopy. TEMPO can also be used as a mediator in free radical polymerization.
General Description
For a synthetic protocol using NMP initiators, contributed by Prof. Karen Wooley, please visit our technology spotlight.
Purification Methods
Purify TEMPO by sublimation (33o, water aspirator) [Hay & Fincke J Am Chem Soc 109 8012 1987, Keana Chem Rev 78 37 1978].