Difference between revisions of "Triphenyl phosphate"
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==Description== | ==Description== | ||
| − | An aromatic phosphate that was commonly used as a flame retardant and plasticizer. Triphenyl phosphate was placed on the EPA Toxic Substance list in 2014 as a compound that exhibits acute and chronic aquatic toxicity. As a flame retardant | + | An aromatic phosphate that was commonly used as a [[flame retardant]] and [[plasticizer]]. Triphenyl phosphate (TPhP) was placed on the EPA Toxic Substance list in 2014 as a compound that exhibits acute and chronic aquatic toxicity. As a flame retardant, TPhP decomposes with heat to form [[phosphoric acid]], then further reacts to form pyrophosphoric acid which acts as a heat transfer blocker. In industry, TPhP is considered to be one of the most effective flame retardant for certain polymers, such as [[Polyvinyl chloride|polyvinylchloride]]. |
== Synonyms and Related Terms == | == Synonyms and Related Terms == | ||
| − | + | TPhP; TPP | |
==Applications== | ==Applications== | ||
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* Flame retardant in electronic equipment, hydraulic fluids and plastics | * Flame retardant in electronic equipment, hydraulic fluids and plastics | ||
| − | ==Risks== | + | ==Risks== |
| + | * Low toxicity by dermal and oral contact but some studies have lined TPhP to reproductive and developmental toxicity, neurotoxicity, metabolic disruption, and endocrine effects. | ||
| + | * Widely detected in sediment, soil, indoor dust, and air due to its extensive use. | ||
| + | * Biodegrades in water. | ||
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==Physical and Chemical Properties== | ==Physical and Chemical Properties== | ||
Revision as of 08:33, 18 March 2024
Description
An aromatic phosphate that was commonly used as a Flame retardant and Plasticizer. Triphenyl phosphate (TPhP) was placed on the EPA Toxic Substance list in 2014 as a compound that exhibits acute and chronic aquatic toxicity. As a flame retardant, TPhP decomposes with heat to form Phosphoric acid, then further reacts to form pyrophosphoric acid which acts as a heat transfer blocker. In industry, TPhP is considered to be one of the most effective flame retardant for certain polymers, such as polyvinylchloride.
Synonyms and Related Terms
TPhP; TPP
Applications
- Plasticizer often used in glues, varnishes, nail polishes, and casting resins
- Flame retardant in electronic equipment, hydraulic fluids and plastics
Risks
- Low toxicity by dermal and oral contact but some studies have lined TPhP to reproductive and developmental toxicity, neurotoxicity, metabolic disruption, and endocrine effects.
- Widely detected in sediment, soil, indoor dust, and air due to its extensive use.
- Biodegrades in water.
Physical and Chemical Properties
- Chemical formula = C18H15O4P
- Molecular weight = 326.288 g·mol−1
- Appearance = Colorless solid
- Density = 1.184 g/mL
- Melting point = 48 to 50 °C (118 to 122 °F)
- Boiling point = 244 °C (471 °F)
Resources and Citations
- Wikipedia: Triphenyl phosphate Accessed Mar 2024