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Description and features

TrPP (Triphenylphosphine) is a white solid that can appear as crystals, flakes, or pastilles, with the chemical formula C18H15P. Moreover, as an organophosphorus compound, TrPP serves as a widely used catalyst. Additionally, triphenylphosphine is also known as TPP, TrP, and triphenylphosphane.

Availability

Europe / United States: Triphenylphosphine (TrPP) is in stock in our local warehouses. Our lead time is about one week if delivered in 25 KG paper bags.

We can also serve Canada, South America, South Africa, and other markets. Please contact our sales department for more details.

This substance (CAS: 603-35-0) has been registered (FULL substance) under REACH (EC) 1907/2006.

Product Identification

CAS number 603-35-0
EU nameTriphenylphosphane
EC number210-036-0
HS code2931 39
IUPAC nameTriphenylphosphine

Specification

Appearance Off-white crystals, flakes or pastilles.
Assay≥ 99.50 %
Melting point 80.0 – 82.0 ºC
Loss on drying≤0.10 %
Triphenylphosphine Oxide ≤0.50 %

Application

TrPP finds its application in pharmaceuticals, vitamins, agrochemicals, OXO-alcohols, coatings, epoxy resins, fragrances, polycarbonates. This material is highly soluble in non-polar organic solvents like benzene and diethyl ether.

Packaging

Available packaging: 25 KG paper bags, 500 KG big bags.
Special packaging is available on request.

Storage

Store triphenylphosphine in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, ensuring compliance with legal requirements. Additionally, keep TrPP away from heat sources and oxidizing agents to maintain safety.

MSDS

A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is available for triphenylphosphine, as well as for all other products supplied by Vesta Chemicals BV.

Furthermore, an MSDS outlines the hazards of a product and explains how to handle, use, and store it safely. Besides it provides important regulatory and emergency response information for the purchased product.

Molecular and structural information

Molecular formula C18H15P
Molecular weight 262.29 g/mol
Smiles notation C1=CC=C(C=C1)P(C2=CC=CC=C2)C3=CC=CC=C3
InChi keyRIOQSEWOXXDEQQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Structural formula: triphenylphosphine

Physicochemical information

Boiling range 195.0- 205.0 °C
Bulk density 500 – 600 kg/m3
Density 1.194 g/cm3
Melting range 79.0 – 82.0 °C
Partition coefficient (log Pow) > 2.587
Solubility in water 0.09 mg/l @ 25 °C
Vapour pressure 0.0000029 hPa @ 25 °C