At a Glance
Material Family
Phosphate Esters & Derivatives
Primary Role
Flame Retardancy · Solvency
Functional Roles
Industries Served
Applications & Use Cases
- ▸ Phosphorus flame retardant for polyester resins and textile finishes
- ▸ Reactive intermediate and methylating agent in chemical synthesis
- ▸ Catalyst and solvent component in polymer processing
Safety & Handling
Full SDS available on request
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Chemical Identity
CAS Number
512-56-1
Molecular Formula
C3H9O4P
Molecular Weight
140.07 g/mol
IUPAC Name
trimethyl phosphate
PubChem CID
InChI Key
WVLBCYQITXONBZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
XLogP
-0.5
Full Description
Phosphorus flame retardant for polyester resins and textile finishes Reactive intermediate and methylating agent in chemical synthesis Catalyst and solvent component in polymer processing
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trimethyl Phosphate (TMP) (CAS 512-56-1)?
Trimethyl Phosphate (TMP) (CAS 512-56-1) is a flame retardancy agent supplied by RawSource in bulk. Phosphorus flame retardant for polyester resins and textile finishes
What is the molecular formula and weight of Trimethyl Phosphate (TMP)?
Molecular formula C3H9O4P, molecular weight 140.07 g/mol. IUPAC name: trimethyl phosphate
Is Trimethyl Phosphate (TMP) hazardous?
Yes
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