Product name:Trimethyl phosphate
Synonym:Trimethyl phosphate;Trimethyl orthophosphate;Trimethylphosphate
CAS:512-56-1
Molecular Formula:C3H9O4P
Formula Weight:140.07
Density:1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Boiling point:197.2±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Melting point:-46 °C
Refractive index:1.379
Vapor pressure:0.5±0.3 mmHg at 25°C
Water solubility:500 G/L (25 ºC)
Appearance:Transparent liquid
Description:Trimethyl phosphate, (CH3O)3PO, is the trimethyl ester of phosphoric acid.Trimethyl phosphate is a methylating agent for nitrogen heterocyclic compounds. It is used as a color inhibitor for fibers (e.g. polyester) and other polymers. This compound is used as a solvent for aromatic halogenations and nitrations and for pesticides and pharmaceuticals.