Diphenylphosphine
Agent Name
Diphenylphosphine
CAS Number
829-85-6
Formula
C12-H11-P
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
UN2845
Category
Phosphorus Compounds
Description
Clear liquid with strong unpleasant odor; [Merck Index] Clear light yellow liquid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Used as a reagent in synthetic organic chemistry; [Merck Index]
Comments
Pyrophoric and irritating; [Merck Index] Pyrophoric; Reacts violently with water; A skin and strong eye irritant; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "Triphenylphosphine" and "Phenylphosphine."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Pyrophoric liquid, organic, n.o.s."
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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