Trisodium phosphate dodecahydrate
Agent Name
Trisodium phosphate dodecahydrate
CAS Number
10101-89-0
Formula
O4-P.3Na.12H2-O
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Phosphoric acid, trisodium salt, dodecahydrate; Sodium phosphate dodecahydrate; Sodium phosphate tribasic dodecahydrate; Sodium phosphate, tribasic; [ChemIDplus] UN3077 (Other regulated substances, solid, n.o.s.); [MSDSonline]
Category
Salts, Basic
Description
Colorless to white crystals; [CAMEO]
Sources/Uses
Used to develop photos, clarify sugar, remove boiler scale, soften water, manufacture paper, tan leather, and make detergents; [HSDB] Used in food to increase alkalinity; [CHEMINFO]
Comments
Can cause burns to the eyes and skin; Harmful if ingested; [CAMEO] Aqueous solutions are highly alkaline; [HSDB] Dusts and solutions > 0.1% are corrosive to the eyes and possibly to the skin; [CHEMINFO]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
Melting point equals 164 to 170 ° F; [CHEMINFO]
NFPA
will not burn
Adverse Effects
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Processes
Industrial Processes with risk of exposure: