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Polyphosphoric acid
Polyphosphoric acid is a highly corrosive inorganic acid used in organic synthesis, as a catalyst, and in the production of phosphate esters and flame retardants. It is supplied in various concentrations and is stable at ambient temperatures. CAS: 8017-16-1. Molekula supplies Polyphosphoric acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Polyphosphoric acid is a highly corrosive inorganic acid used in organic synthesis, as a catalyst, and in the production of phosphate esters and flame retardants. It is supplied in various concentrations and is stable at ambient temperatures. CAS: 8017-16-1. Molekula supplies Polyphosphoric acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless viscous liquid |
| Assay | Phosphate (as P2O5): 83.0-87.0% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤20ppm |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤5ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤30ppm |
| Copper (Cu) | ≤2ppm |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Shelf Life | 48 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 8017-16-1 |
| Molecular Formula | N/A |
| Molecular Weight | N/A |
| SMILES | N/A |
| EC / UN Number | 3264 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2809.20.0040 |
| Tariff Code | 2809200000 |
Safety & GHS
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
Hazard statements
- H290 May be corrosive to metals
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+330 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P406 Store in a corrosive resistant container with a resistant inner liner
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is polyphosphoric acid used for?
It is used as a catalyst in organic synthesis, particularly in sulfonation and phosphorylation reactions.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of polyphosphoric acid?
The exact formula and molecular weight are not standardized due to its variable composition as a mixture of polyphosphoric acids.
How should polyphosphoric acid be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of polyphosphoric acid is available?
Molekula supplies polyphosphoric acid in technical grade.
Can Molekula supply polyphosphoric acid in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply polyphosphoric acid in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with a purchase of polyphosphoric acid?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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