6992-39-8

Basic information

• Product Name: TRIS(HYDROXYMETHYL)AMINOMETHANE PHOSPHATE
• Synonyms: MONO[TRIS(HYDROXYMETHYL)AMINOMETHANE]PHOSPHATE;MONO-TRIS PHOSPHATE;TRIS PHOSPHATE;TRIS-PHOSPHATE BUFFER;TRIS PHOSPHATE MONOBASIC;TRISMAT(TM) PHOSPHATE, MONOBASIC;TRIS(HYDROXYMETHYL)AMINOMETHANE PHOSPHATE;TRIS(HYDROXYMETHYL)AMINOMETHANE PHOSPHATE, MONOBASIC
• CAS NO: 6992-39-8
• Molecular Formula: C₄H₁₁NO₃*H₃O₄P
• Molecular Weight: 219.13
• EINECS: 230-260-2
• Mol File: 6992-39-8.mol
• Article Data: 1

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 170-174 °C
• Boiling Point: 357 °C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 169.7 °C
• Appearance: White/Fine Crystalline Powder
• Vapor Pressure: 1.57E-06mmHg at 25°C
• Storage Temp.: Store at RT.
• Solubility: H2O: 0.5 M at 20 °C, clear
• CAS DataBase Reference: TRIS(HYDROXYMETHYL)AMINOMETHANE PHOSPHATE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: TRIS(HYDROXYMETHYL)AMINOMETHANE PHOSPHATE(6992-39-8)
• EPA Substance Registry System: TRIS(HYDROXYMETHYL)AMINOMETHANE PHOSPHATE(6992-39-8)

Safety Data

• Safety Statements: 22-24/25
• WGK Germany: 3
• Hazardous Substances Data: 6992-39-8(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane phosphate, also known as Tris phosphate, is a phosphate salt that is formed from the reaction of equimolar amounts of tris and phosphoric acid. It is a white, fine, crystalline powder with unique chemical properties.

Uses

Used in Biochemical Research:
Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane phosphate is used as a buffering agent in biochemical research for maintaining a stable pH environment during various laboratory procedures. Its ability to resist changes in pH makes it suitable for a wide range of applications, including enzyme assays and electrophoresis.
Used in Personal Care Products:
In the personal care industry, Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane phosphate is used as a chelating agent to bind and remove metal ions from products, improving their stability and performance. It also serves as a pH adjuster to maintain the desired pH levels in various formulations, such as shampoos, conditioners, and skincare products.
Used in Water Treatment:
Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane phosphate is utilized as a scale inhibitor in water treatment processes to prevent the formation of mineral deposits, particularly in boilers and cooling systems. Its ability to bind with metal ions helps to reduce the risk of scale buildup and maintain the efficiency of water systems.
Used in Agriculture:
In agricultural applications, Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane phosphate is used as a fertilizer additive to improve the availability of nutrients for plants. Its chelating properties allow it to bind with essential elements, such as iron and zinc, enhancing their uptake by plants and promoting healthy growth.

InChI:InChI=1/C4H11NO3.H3O4P/c5-4(1-6,2-7)3-8;1-5(2,3)4/h6-8H,1-3,5H2;(H3,1,2,3,4)

Upstream product

• 77-86-1 2-amino-2-hydroxymethyl-1,3-propanediol 

Relevant articles and documents

The hydrophilic ionic liquid at room temperature and its use (by machine translation)

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a novel ionic liquid that has a cation structure apt to become liquid, and is highly hydrophilic, particularly highly water-soluble, and use thereof.SOLUTION: This invention provides a hydrophilic room-temperature ionic liquid including a cation and an anion, the cation being a quaternary ammonium cation of the formula (I), where Rs independently represent a 2-8C straight-chain or branched-chain polyhydroxyalkyl group having two or more hydroxy groups, Rs independently represent a hydrogen atom or a 1-5C straight-chain or branched-chain monohydroxyalkyl group, and n represents an integer of 1-4.