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Triphenylphosphine oxide

SKU 36516448 CAS 791-28-6 (C6H5)3PO MW 278.28 In stock Bulk quantities on request

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Triphenylphosphine oxide is a white crystalline solid used as a byproduct in Wittig reactions and as a ligand in organometallic chemistry. Analytical laboratories also use it as a reagent for extracting, separating and spectrophotometrically determining cadmium and mercury in environmental samples. It is stable at ambient temperatures and should be handled with care due to its warning signal word. CAS: 791-28-6, Molecular formula: (C6H5)3PO, Molecular weight: 278.28. Molekula supplies Triphenylphosphine oxide from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

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Specifications

Property Value
Appearance White crystalline powder
Melting Point ≥ 155°C
Ash ≤ 0.5%
Loss on Drying ≤ 0.5%
Assay ≥ 99%
Identification (IR) Conforms to Reference

Storage & handling

Property Value
Storage Temperature Ambient
Acidity Neutral

Identification

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SKU 36516448
CAS Number 791-28-6
IUPAC Name diphenylphosphorylbenzene
EC Number 212-338-8
Molecular Formula (C6H5)3PO
Molecular Weight 278.28
Exact Mass 278.0861
SMILES C1=CC=C(C=C1)P(=O)(C2=CC=CC=C2)C3=CC=CC=C3
InChIKey FIQMHBFVRAXMOP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI InChI=1S/C18H15OP/c19-20(16-10-4-1-5-11-16,17-12-6-2-7-13-17)18-14-8-3-9-15-18/h1-15H
PubChem CID 13097
REACH Code Y110
TSCA Listed Yes
HTS Code 29314900
Tariff Code 2931499000

Safety & GHS

Warning
  • GHS pictogram — Health Hazard Health Hazard GHS07

Hazard statements

  • H302 Harmful if swallowed
  • H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements

  • P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
  • P273 Avoid release to the environment
  • P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
  • P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
  • P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
  • P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

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Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch

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Synonyms

  • (diphenylphosphoroso)benzene
  • diphenylphosphorylbenzene
  • PH3PO
  • Phosphine oxide, triphenyl-
  • phosphorane, triphenyl-, oxide
  • TPPO
  • Triphenyl phosphorus oxide
  • triphenylphosphane oxide
  • Triphenylphosphanoxid
  • TRIPHENYLPHOSPHINE MONOXIDE

Frequently asked questions

What is triphenylphosphine oxide used for?

It is commonly used as a byproduct in Wittig reactions and as a ligand in organometallic chemistry.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?

The formula is (C6H5)3PO with a molecular weight of 278.28 g/mol.

How should triphenylphosphine oxide be stored?

It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.

What grade is available?

Available in technical grade; custom purity options may be available upon request.

Can Molekula supply it in bulk?

Yes, bulk quantities are available—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with the order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

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