Trimethyl phosphate
Catalog Number
ACM512561
CAS
512-56-1
IUPAC Name
Trimethyl phosphate
Synonyms
Phosphoric acid, trimethyl ester
Application
Trimethyl phosphate, a colorless and nonvolatile liquid, serves a variety of purposes due to its chemical stability and solubility in most organic solvents. Predominantly used within industries, it plays a crucial role as an electrolyte additive in lithium-ion battery production, enhancing performance. Additionally, trimethyl phosphate is utilized in gasoline engines to control issues like spark plug fouling, surface ignition, and rumble. Its applications extend further as a reagent for zirconium determination, a solvent, extractant, and a gas chromatography stationary phase. Trimethyl phosphate also acts as a methylating agent and a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of polymethyl polyphosphates. Furthermore, it functions as a flame retardant solvent in paints and polymers and as a catalyst in manufacturing polymers and resins.
Molecular Weight
140.07
Molecular Formula
C3H9O4P
Product Information
Description
Trimethyl phosphate appears as a pale straw colored liquid. Inhalation may irritate respiratory tract. Vapor or liquid may irritate skin or eyes. Ingestion may irritate the mucous membranes of the gastrointestinal tract.;Liquid;COLOURLESS LIQUID.
Canonical SMILES
COP(=O)(OC)OC
InChI
WVLBCYQITXONBZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI Key
InChI=1S/C3H9O4P/c1-5-8(4,6-2)7-3/h1-3H3
Boiling Point
197 °C(lit.)
Melting Point
-46 °C(lit.)
Flash Point
107 °C
Purity
>98.0%(GC)
Density
1.197g/ml
Solubility
soluble in Ether,Alcohol
Appearance
Colorless to Almost colorless clear liquid
Storage
Ambient (>5 °C)
Complexity
82.4
Exact Mass
140.023846g/mol
Hazard Statements
H302 : Harmful if swallowed.H340 : May cause genetic defects.H351 : Suspected of causing cancer.
Heavy Atom Count
8
MDL Number
MFCD00008348
Monoisotopic Mass
140.023846g/mol
Odor
Pleasant smelling
Precautionary Statements
P501 : Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.P270 : Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.P202 : Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.P201 : Obtain special instructions before use.P264 : Wash skin thoroughly after handling.P280 : Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.P308 + P313 : IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention.P301 + P312 + P330 : IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth.P405 : Store locked up.
Reaxys Registry Number
1071731
Refractive Index
1.4
Rotatable Bond Count
3
Signal Word
Danger
Solubility In Water
Completely miscible
Specific Gravity
1.22
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