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Phosphorus trichloride

Also known as: EINECS 231-749-3, MFCD00011438, PCl3, Phosphine,trichloro, Phosphorous chloride, Phosphorous trichloride, Phosphoroustrichloride, Phosphortrichlorid, Phosphorus chloride (PCl3), Phosphorus chloride (cl6p2), Trichlorophosphine, phosphore(trichlorurede), phosphore(trichlorurede)(french), phosphorouschloride, phosphorus chloride, phosphorus trichloride, phosphorus trichoride, phosphorus(III) chloride, phosporus trichloride, trichlorophosphane

Phosphorus trichloride (CAS 7719-12-2) is a compound in the Inorganic Chemicals category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula Cl3P and a molecular weight of 137.333 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -112 °C, a boiling point of 75.5±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.574 g/mL at 25 °C and a flash point of 76°C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H300, H330 — Fatal if inhaled and H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
7719-12-2
Jingsj CID
J-26743-2
Molecular Formula
Cl3P
Molecular Weight
137.333 g/mol
Category
Inorganic Chemicals
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-112 °C
Boiling Point75.5±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.574 g/mL at 25 °C
Flash Point76°C
Exact Mass135.880325
PSA13.59000
LogP3.84
Additional Property4.75 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure115.1±0.1 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.5148(lit.)
Additional Propertyreacts

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Acute Toxicity / Health HazardSignal word: Danger
  • H300
  • H330 — Fatal if inhaled
  • H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H373 — May cause damage to organs through prolonged exposure

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2812104300

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Phosphorus trichloride?

The CAS number of Phosphorus trichloride is 7719-12-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Phosphorus trichloride?

Phosphorus trichloride has molecular formula Cl3P and molecular weight 137.333 g/mol.

Is Phosphorus trichloride hazardous?

Phosphorus trichloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H300; H330 — Fatal if inhaled; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Phosphorus trichloride?

For Phosphorus trichloride, Upstream Products: Phosphoryl chloride, phosphorus trifluoride, selenium chloride; Downstream Products: Dibutyl phosphite, Dimethylmethoxychlorosilane.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Phosphorus trichloride (CAS 7719-12-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-26743-2 (accessed 2026-11-07).

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