Triphenyl phosphate
Synonyms
Phosphoric acid, triphenyl ester;
Category
Non-ionic surfactant
> Phosphate
>> Phenol Phosphate
Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 115-86-6
EINECS: 204-112-2
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C18H15O4P
Molecular Weight: 326.28
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), solid.
Solubility insoluble in water.
Stability stable.
Risk Solid form: irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system.
GHS label: 
Animal Toxicity
Table 1 Animal toxicity values
|
cat intraperitoneal LD |
> 400mg/kg[1] |
|
cat oral LDLo |
2000mg/kg[1] |
|
cat subcutaneous LDLo |
300mg/kg[1] |
|
chicken oral LDLo |
5000mg/kg[1] |
|
guinea pig oral LD |
> 4000mg/kg[1] |
|
guinea pig subcutaneous LD |
> 3000mg/kg[1] |
|
guinea pig skin LD50 |
> 4000mg/kg[1] |
|
monkey subcutaneous LDLo |
500mg/kg[1] |
|
mouse subcutaneous LD |
> 3000mg/kg[1] |
|
mouse intraperitoneal LD50 |
1273mg/kg[1] |
|
mouse oral LD50 |
1320mg/kg[1] |
|
rabbit intramuscular LD |
> 1000mg/kg[1] |
|
rabbit skin LD50 |
> 7900mg/kg[1] |
|
rabbit oral LDLo |
3000mg/kg[1] |
|
rabbit subcutaneous LDLo |
1000mg/kg[1] |
|
rat intraperitoneal LD |
> 5000mg/kg[1] |
|
rat subcutaneous LD |
> 3000mg/kg[1] |
|
rat oral LD50 |
3500mg/kg[1] |
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent dispersing, emulsifying, lubricating, anti-foaming abilities.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
|
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
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Solid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
|
Solid |
|
|
Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
|
As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
(b), Used in cosmetics, should be test for harmful substances or furtherly test for microorganisms, according to local regulations and standards.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as flame retardant.
Use as dispersing agent, emulsion stabilizer.
Use as lubricant, rust inhibitor.
Use as anti-foaming agent.
Use as plasticizer.
2, Personal care products
Plasticizer in personal care products.
Manufacturers
References
[1]: ChemIDplus. 115-86-6, Triphenyl phosphate
Update: 20130911(1); 20190728(2);