General

Synonyms: DFP, fluorodiisopropyl phosphate, diisopropyl phosphorofluoridate, diflos, various trade names
Molecular formula: C₆H₁₄FO₃P
CAS No: 55-91-4
EINECS: 200-247-6

Physical data

Appearance:
Melting point: -82 C
Boiling point: 46 C at 5 mm Hg, 62 C at 9 mm Hg
Vapour density:
Vapour pressure:
Specific gravity: 1.055
Flash point:
Explosion limits:
Autoignition temperature:

Stability

Stable. Moisture sensitive.

Toxicology

Acute toxin. Note the exceptionally low LD50 below. Neurotoxic agent.

Toxicity data
(The meaning of any abbreviations which appear in this section is given here.)
ORL-RAT LD50 1.3 mg kg^-1

Transport information

Personal protection

This material must not be used unless a full risk assessment has been prepared in advance. Safety glasses, gloves and high-quality containment are required.

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