Trimethyl Phosphate | 512-56-1

Description :

Overview of Trimethyl Phosphate

Trimethyl Phosphate is an organophosphate compound used as a solvent, methylating agent, and flame retardant in various industrial applications. Known for its excellent solvency, low viscosity, and flame-retardant properties, Trimethyl Phosphate is widely used in polymer chemistry, pharmaceutical synthesis, electronics manufacturing, and as a specialty solvent in chemical processing.

This compound appears as a colorless liquid with a mild characteristic odor. Its phosphate ester structure with three methyl groups provides unique properties as a polar aprotic solvent and chemical intermediate.

Related products include Triethyl Phosphate, Dimethyl Phosphate, and other organophosphate esters used in industrial and synthetic applications.

Applications of Trimethyl Phosphate

Industrial Solvents & Processing

• Used as a specialty solvent in pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Applied in polymer processing and synthesis
• Used in electronics and semiconductor manufacturing
• Applied in a chemical reaction medium

Flame Retardants & Plasticizers

• Used as a flame-retardant additive in polymers
• Applied to plasticizing cellulosic materials
• Used in textile flame-retardant treatments
• Applied in electronic component manufacturing

Chemical Synthesis & Catalysis

• Used as a methylating agent in organic synthesis
• Applied as a catalyst in polymerization reactions
• Used in producing other organophosphates
• Applied in pharmaceutical intermediate synthesis

Safety & Handling Guidelines

• Avoid inhalation of vapors and aerosol mist
• Use gloves, goggles, and protective clothing
• Handle in well-ventilated areas
• Combustible liquid—keep away from high heat and ignition
• Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry place
• Keep away from strong oxidizing agents
• Follow COA and MSDS instructions strictly

Where to Buy Trimethyl Phosphate?

Trimethyl Phosphate Manufacturer

ChemicalBull provides pure Trimethyl Phosphate that meets industrial as well as pharmaceutical quality standards.

Trimethyl Phosphate Supplier & Distributor

• In bulk quantities suitable for industrial use
• Grades with high purity (99 percent, 99.5%)
• Chemical and pharmaceutical grades
• COA MSDS as well as specifications are provided.

MSDS

includes detailed safety tips as well as hazard identification and storage instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is Trimethyl Phosphate used for?
   

   Used as a specialty solvent, flame retardant in polymers, plasticizer, methylating agent in synthesis, and in electronics manufacturing.
   
   

2. What is the molecular formula?
   

   Molecular formula: C₃H₉O₄P or (CH₃O)₃PO with molecular weight 140.08 g/mol.
   
   

3. How does it function as flame retardant?
   

   Works through gas-phase and condensed-phase mechanisms, releasing phosphoric acid derivatives that form protective char and interfere with combustion.