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Trioctylphosphine oxide

Also known as: Trioctylphosphane oxide, Tri-n-octylphosphine oxide, Tri-n-octylphosphinoxide, TOPO, CYANEX 921, HISHICOLIN PO-8, 1-dioctylphosphoryloctane, Phosphine oxide, trioctyl-, Phosphorane, trioctyl-, oxide

Trioctylphosphine oxide (CAS 78-50-2) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C24H51OP and a molecular weight of 386.635 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 50-52 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 408.8±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 259.8±21.5 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation and H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
78-50-2
Jingsj CID
J-1991787-4
Molecular Formula
C24H51OP
Molecular Weight
386.635 g/mol
Category
Organic Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point50-52 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point408.8±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point259.8±21.5 °C
Exact Mass386.367737
PSA26.88000
LogP9.40
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.448
Additional PropertyInsoluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

CorrosionSignal word: Danger
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H318 — Causes serious eye damage

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code32019090

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Trioctylphosphine oxide?

The CAS number of Trioctylphosphine oxide is 78-50-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Trioctylphosphine oxide?

Trioctylphosphine oxide has molecular formula C24H51OP and molecular weight 386.635 g/mol.

Is Trioctylphosphine oxide hazardous?

Trioctylphosphine oxide has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Trioctylphosphine oxide?

For Trioctylphosphine oxide, Upstream Products: Trioctylphosphine, 1-Chlorooctane, 1-Bromooctane; Downstream Products: Perfluorooctane, Trioctylphosphine.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Trioctylphosphine oxide (CAS 78-50-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1991787-4 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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