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Identifiers | |
ECHA InfoCard | 100.042.419 |
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CompTox Dashboard (EPA)
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Properties | |
C24H27O4P | |
Molar mass | 410.450 g·mol−1 |
Appearance | Viscous liquid |
Density | 1.142 |
Melting point | −20 °C (−4 °F; 253 K) |
Boiling point | 394 °C (741 °F; 667 K) |
20 µg/L | |
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H360F | |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Trixylyl phosphate (TXP) is an aromatic phosphate ester. It was historically used as a flame retardant for acetate plastics (cellulose nitrate and cellulose acetate) and PVC. It also saw significant use as a fire-resistant hydraulic fluid.
Trixylyl phosphate is now banned or restricted in several jurisdictions, due to its poor safety profile. Short term exposure can cause organophosphate-induced delayed neuropathy,[1] but it is also regarded as a reproductive toxin. In the EU is classified as a substance of very high concern, requiring authorisation to be used.
Synthesis
[edit]Trixylyl phosphate is prepared industrially by the reaction of phosphoryl chloride with mixed xylenols. In practise this produces a range of products.
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