ABCN

1,1′-Azobis(cyclohexanecarbonitrile) or ACHN is a radical initiator. The molecular formula is NCC₆H₁₀N=NC₆H₁₀CN. It is a white solid that is soluble in aromatic solvents.

ACHN has a 10-hour half-life in toluene at 88 °C.

See also

* Azobisisobutylonitrile (AIBN) is another commonly used free radical initiator

References

Azo compounds
Nitriles
Radical initiators

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