Molekula
Dibutylammonium phosphate
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Dibutylammonium phosphate is the ammonium salt of dibutyl phosphate, a dialkyl phosphate ester, used primarily as a corrosion inhibitor, flame retardant, and lubricant additive in industrial applications. It is also employed in some specialty polymer formulations and as a stabilizer in certain chemical processes. This chemical has a CAS number of 38491-08-6, with the molecular formula C8H22NO4P and a molecular weight of 227.24 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions and carries a signal word of "Warning" for safety classification. Molekula supplies dibutylammonium phosphate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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25 g — £99.50 per pack ex VAT · £119.40 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Assay/Purity | ≥98.0% |
| NMR | Conforms to structure |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 120 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90036086 |
| CAS Number | 38491-08-6 |
| IUPAC Name | azanium dibutyl phosphate |
| EC Number | 253-969-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H22NO4P |
| Molecular Weight | 227.24 |
| Exact Mass | 227.1286 |
| SMILES | CCCCOP(=O)([O-])OCCCC.[NH4+] |
| InChIKey | BJZJJEXXRZTYME-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H19O4P.H3N/c1-3-5-7-11-13(9,10)12-8-6-4-2;/h3-8H2,1-2H3,(H,9,10);1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 3015984 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29239001 |
| Tariff Code | 2923900090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Ammonium dibutyl phosphate
- azanium;dibutyl phosphate
- Phosphoric acid dibutylammonium salt
- Phosphoric acid, dibutyl ester, ammonium salt
Frequently asked questions
What is dibutylammonium phosphate commonly used for?
Dibutylammonium phosphate is primarily used as a flame retardant, plasticizer, and corrosion inhibitor in industrial applications, as well as in some lubricant formulations.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of dibutylammonium phosphate?
The chemical formula is C₈H₂₂NO₄P, and the molecular weight is 227.24 g/mol.
How should dibutylammonium phosphate be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances and sources of ignition.
What grades or purities of dibutylammonium phosphate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies technical-grade dibutylammonium phosphate suitable for industrial use; purity specifications are available upon request.
Can Molekula supply dibutylammonium phosphate in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide dibutylammonium phosphate in bulk quantities. Please contact us for specific packaging options and minimum order quantities.
What documentation comes with an order of dibutylammonium phosphate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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