BENZOYL PEROXIDE
Prepared at the 63rd JECFA (2004), published in FNP 52 Add 12 (2004) superseding specifications prepared at the 55th JECFA (2000) and published
in FNP 52 Add 8 (2000). Treatment of whey with benzoyl peroxide at a maximum concentration of 100 mg/kg does not pose a safety concern (63rd
JECFA, 2004).
SYNONYMS Benzoyl superoxide, INS No. 928
DEFINITION Benzoyl peroxide is manufactured by the reaction of benzoyl chloride, sodium hydroxide and hydrogen peroxide.
Chemical name Dibenzoyl peroxide
C.A.S. number 94-36-0
Chemical formula C14H10O4
Formula weight 242.23
Assay Not less than 96.0%
DESCRIPTION Colourless, crystalline solid having a faint odour of benzaldehyde. Caution: Benzoyl peroxide, especially in the dry form, is a dangerous, highly reactive, oxidizing material and has been known to explode spontaneously
FUNCTIONAL USES Bleaching agent
