ABCN explained

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.^[1]

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

See also

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

Notes and References

1. 1,1'-Azobis-1-cyclohexanenitrile. Steven A. Kates, Fernando Albericio. E-EROS Encyclopedia of Reagents for Organic Synthesis. 2001. 10.1002/047084289X.ra120.