IGM Resins B.V.

(Head office) – Gompenstraat 49 – 5145 RM Waalwijk – The Netherlands T: +31 (0) 416 316 657 – F: +31 (0) 416 564 632 – E: sales@igmresins.com – I : www.igmresins.com
Omnirad 73
Photoinitiator

Product Data Sheet

General Information

Omnirad 73 is a highly efficient, low yellowing, Type I photoinitiator used to initiate radical polymerization of
unsaturated oligomers e.g. acrylates, after exposure to UV light. It can be used in combination with mono
or multi functional monomers as reactive diluents.

Chemical Data

Chemical Name : 2-Hydroxy-2-methyl-1-phenylpropanone

Molecular weight : 164.2 g/mol
CAS No. : 7473-98-5
EINECS No. : 231-272-0

Absorption Spectrum

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Specification

Appearance Visual Colourless to pale yellow liquid

Purity, % HPLC analyses ≥ 99 %
Volatiles ≤ 0.2 %
Specific gravity 1.040 – 1.100 g/cm3
Transmittance 10g/100ml Toluene @ 425 nm ≥ 98 %
Transmittance 10g/100ml Toluene @ 500 nm ≥ 99 %
Clarity Visual Clear

Additional Typical Properties

Melting point: 4 °C

Application

Omnirad 73 may be used, after adequate testing, in UV curable coating and ink formulations based on
acrylates, for substrates such as paper, wood, metal, plastics and glass.
Formulated product properties will depend on the actual reactive monomers, oligomers and additives utilized.

Features & Benefits

Omnirad 73 is miscible with most organic solvents and compatible with most oligomers and monomers used
in the UV Radcure industry. It is therefore highly suitable for blending with other photoinitiators.
Omnirad 73 is particularly recommended when UV cured coatings are required to exhibit only minimal
yellowing even after prolonged exposure to sunlight. This make it useful component in formulations for
outdoor applications

Recommended Addition levels

An addition level of 0.5 - 5% by weight of total formulation is recommended for technical applications.

Storage & Handling

Storage must be in a cool, shaded, well ventilated and dry area away from direct sources of heat and sunlight.
Avoid contact with alkaline additives and water. Subject to appropriate storage under the usual storage and
temperature conditions, our products are durable for at least 12 months.
Omnirad 73 should be handled in accordance with good industrial practice. Further information is provided
in the material safety data sheet which is available on request.

Regulatory Status

TSCA (USA), EU (Europe), IECSC (China), DSL (Canada), PICCS (Philippines), AICS (Australia), NZloC
(New Zealand), ECL (Korea), ENCS (Japan), Taiwan

Packaging

Omnirad 73 is available in 20 kg and 200Kg drums or in IBC containers

Disclaimer
The information presented in this data sheet is given in good faith and is based on the material available to us at the time of writing. The information
is not to be taken as a warranty or representation for which we assume legal responsibility, nor as permission or recommendation to practice any
patented invention without a license. It is offered solely for consideration, investigation and verification.

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