Tetraphosphorus heptasulfide

Agent Name
Tetraphosphorus heptasulfide
CAS Number
12037-82-0
Formula
P4-S7
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Phosphorus sulfide (P4S7); Phosphorus heptasulfide, free from yellow or white phosphorus; [ChemIDplus] Heptasulfure de phosphore, ne contenant pas de phosphore jaune ou blanc (French DOT); Heptasulfuro de fosforo, que no contenga fosforo blanco o amarillo (Spanish DOT); [CAMEO] UN1339
Category
Sulfur Compounds
Description
Light yellow or light grey solid; [CAMEO]
Comments
A strong reducing agent; Highly flammable; Reacts with water and moisture producing hydrogen sulfide and phosphoric acid; Exposure to moisture may also cause spontaneous ignition; [CAMEO] See "Phosphorus sesquisulfide." See "Hydrogen sulfide" and "Phosphoric acid."
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Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Phosphorus heptasulfide, free from yellow or white Phosphorus; [ChemIDplus]

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