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(1-Hexadecyl)triphenylphosphonium bromide, 98+%
Description
Widely used as preservative, water treatment in agriculture. Also used as antistatic agent in textiles, fibers, leather, as flocculants, deodorant and as phase transfer catalyst.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Widely used as preservative, water treatment in agriculture. Also used as antistatic agent in textiles, fibers, leather, as flocculants, deodorant and as phase transfer catalyst.
Solubility
Soluble in ethanol. Slightly soluble in water.
Notes
Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed container. Store away from oxidizing agent.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 99°C to 101°C |
Quantity | 5 g |
Beilstein | 3582592 |
Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
Solubility Information | Soluble in ethanol. Slightly soluble in water. |
Formula Weight | 567.64 |
Percent Purity | ≥98% |
Chemical Name or Material | (1-Hexadecyl)triphenylphosphonium bromide |
Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H315-H319-H335 |
Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H315-H319-H335 Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. |
Precautionary Statement | P261-P264b-P271-P280-P302+P352-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P312-P332+P313-P362-P501c |
EINECSNumber | 238-939-5 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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