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Tris(2-Butoxyethyl)phosphate

SKU 90038059 CAS 78-51-3 C18H39O7P MW 398.5 Available on enquiry

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Tris(2-butoxyethyl)phosphate is a phosphate ester used as a flame retardant and plasticizer in polymers, coatings, and hydraulic fluids. It is a clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid with low volatility and good thermal stability. CAS: 78-51-3. Molekula supplies Tris(2-butoxyethyl)phosphate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
90038059
CAS Number
78-51-3
IUPAC Name
tris(2-butoxyethyl) phosphate
EC Number
201-122-9
Molecular Formula
C18H39O7P
Molecular Weight
398.5
Exact Mass
398.2433
SMILES
CCCCOCCOP(=O)(OCCOCCCC)OCCOCCCC
InChIKey
WTLBZVNBAKMVDP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C18H39O7P/c1-4-7-10-20-13-16-23-26(19,24-17-14-21-11-8-5-2)25-18-15-22-12-9-6-3/h4-18H2,1-3H3
PubChem CID
6540

Synonyms

  • Ethanol, 2-butoxy-, phosphate (3:1)
  • KP 140
  • Phosflex T-bep
  • Phosphoric acid, tributoxyethyl ester
  • TBEP
  • TRI(2-BUTOXYETHYL) PHOSPHATE
  • Tributoxyethyl phosphate
  • Tributyl cellosolve phosphate
  • Tris-(2-butoxyethyl)fosfat
  • Tris(butoxyethyl) phosphate

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Appearance
Liquid
Odour
Sweetish
Melting Point
-70 °C
Density
1.02 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Solubility (other solvents)
Insoluble or limited solubility in glycerol, glycols, certain amines; soluble in most organic liquids
Vapour Pressure
1.2 × 10⁻⁶ mmHg at 25 °C
Refractive Index
1.434

Source: PubChem CID 6540 (HSDB)

Frequently asked questions

What is Tris(2-butoxyethyl)phosphate used for?

It is primarily used as a flame retardant in plastics, coatings, and textiles, and as a plasticizer in various industrial applications.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Tris(2-butoxyethyl)phosphate?

The chemical formula is C18H39O7P, and the molecular weight is approximately 398.5 g/mol.

How should Tris(2-butoxyethyl)phosphate be stored?

Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and incompatible materials; keep container tightly closed.

What grade is available for Tris(2-butoxyethyl)phosphate?

We offer technical grade; custom grades may be available upon request.

Can Molekula supply Tris(2-butoxyethyl)phosphate in bulk?

Yes, we can supply in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and logistics.

What documentation comes with an order of Tris(2-butoxyethyl)phosphate?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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