Synonyms
TRIBUTYL PHOSPHATE
Tri-n-butyl phosphate
Tributylphosphate
Butyl phosphate
Description
Tri-N-butyl Phosphate is tri-n-butyl phosphate, Bu3-P, TBP. Industrial chemical; used as a plasticizer, in hydraulic fluid, as a solvent and extractant for metal ions, and as a heat exchange agent.
Molecular Formula
C12H27O4P
Appearance
odorless colorless to yellow liquid
Melting Point
less than -112 °F (NTP, 1992)
Boiling Point
552 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)