Isobutyl phosphate
Agent Name
Isobutyl phosphate
CAS Number
126-71-6
Formula
C12-H27-O4-P
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Phosphoric acid, triisobutyl ester (8CI); Phosphoric acid, tris(2-methylpropyl) ester; Triisobutyl phosphate; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Organophosphates, Other
Description
Clear colorless liquid; [MSDSonline] Insoluble in water (265 mg/L at 25 deg C); [IUCLID]
Sources/Uses
Used as an anti-foaming agent; [ChemIDplus]
Comments
A mild skin irritant; An eye irritant; May cause skin sensitization; [eChemPortal: ERMA] Danger of skin sensitization; [MAK] A moderate irritant; A potential skin sensitizer; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Lethal Concentration
LC (rat) > 122 ppm/6h
Adverse Effects
Skin Sensitizer
Yes
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: