Tris(2-isopropylphenyl) Phosphate

• CAT Number: R056242
• CAS Number: 64532-95-2
• Molecular Formula: C27H33O4P
• Molecular Weight: 452.531
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 2-(1-Methylethyl)phenol 1,1’,1’’-Phosphate; 2-(1-Methylethyl)phenol Phosphate; o-Cumenyl Phosphate; Tris(o-isopropylphenyl) Phosphate
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: tris(2-propan-2-ylphenyl) phosphate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C27H33O4P/c1-19(2)22-13-7-10-16-25(22)29-32(28,30-26-17-11-8-14-23(26)20(3)4)31-27-18-12-9-15-24(27)21(5)6/h7-21H,1-6H3
• InChIKey: LIPMRGQQBZJCTM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(C)C1=CC=CC=C1OP(=O)(OC2=CC=CC=C2C(C)C)OC3=CC=CC=C3C(C)C

Tris(2-isopropylphenyl) phosphate is an organophosphate flame retardant characterized by three 2-isopropylphenyl groups attached to a phosphate backbone. This compound is used extensively in the production of polymers and plastics to enhance fire resistance. Tris(2-isopropylphenyl) phosphate functions by releasing phosphorus-containing radicals that interrupt the combustion process. Despite its effectiveness, concerns exist over its environmental persistence and potential health effects. Research continues to evaluate its safety and develop alternative flame retardants with improved eco-friendliness.