AMGARD TBEP

A trialkyl phosphate in which the alkyl group specified is AMGARD TBEP.
AMGARD TBEP is an organic flame retardant. 
AMGARD TBEP shows PXR agonistic activity. 

CAS:    78-51-3
MF:    C18H39O7P
MW:    398.47
EINECS:    201-122-9

Synonyms
2-butoxy;2-Butoxy-ethanol phosphate (3:1);2-Butoxy-ethanolphosphate(3:1);2-butoxy-ethanophosphate(3:1);Amgard TBEP;Ethanol, 2-butoxy-, phosphate (3:1);tri(butoxyethyl);Tri(butylcellosolve)phosphate

AMGARD TBEP was detected and quantified during the analysis of herring gull eggs by liquid chromatography-electrospray ionization(+)-tandem mass spectrometry.
AMGARD TBEP is a clear, colorless liquid. 
AMGARD TBEP is a phosphine oxide and thus very stable in nature. 
AMGARD TBEP has many applications including plasticizing agent in acrylic based polishes, defoamer agent in acrylics, “knockdown” defoamer in paint, textile and paper and as a halide free flame retardant in polymer systems.
AMGARD TBEP, commonly referred to as TBEP, is an organophosphate compound characterized by its use as a plasticizer and flame retardant in various applications. 
AMGARD TBEP is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a slightly oily texture and a mild odor. 
AMGARD TBEP is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water, which influences its behavior in environmental contexts. 

AMGARD TBEP exhibits low volatility, making it stable under normal conditions. 
AMGARD TBEP's chemical structure includes three butoxyethyl groups attached to a phosphate backbone, contributing to its properties as a plasticizer, enhancing flexibility and durability in polymers. 
AMGARD TBEP is also recognized for its potential as a flame retardant, as it can help reduce flammability in materials. 
However, like many organophosphates, AMGARD TBEP raises environmental and health concerns, particularly regarding its persistence and potential toxicity. 
Safety measures should be taken when handling AMGARD TBEP, as it may pose risks through inhalation or skin contact. 
Overall, AMGARD TBEP is valued in industrial applications but requires careful management due to its chemical characteristics.
AMGARD TBEP has multiple applications and plays a vital role in various industries. 
AMGARD TBEP is primarily used in surface coatings, particularly in floor care products such as polishes and finishes. 
AMGARD TBEP functions as a leveling agent in latex paints and waxes. 
Additionally, AMGARD TBEP serves as a processing aid for acrylonitrile rubber and as an anti-block agent for cast polyurethanes.

AMGARD TBEP is a phosphate ester that, thanks to its structure, can be used in many applications including plasticisation, solvation, flame retardancy and defoaming.
AMGARD TBEP is in fact a multifunctional additive that may be used to modify the properties of many polymer systems and is a particularly good levelling aid and coalescent additive for emulsion polymers.
AMGARD TBEP is used in a mixed solvent/aqueous system as a defoamer during production and as a secondary plasticiser in many polymers. 
The above properties in combination with inherent flame retardancy makes AMGARD TBEP a real multifunctional additive essential to many polymer formulations.

AMGARD TBEP Chemical Properties
Melting point: -70°C
Boiling point: 215-228 °C4 mm Hg(lit.)
Density: 1.006 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Vapor density: 13.7 (vs air)
Vapor pressure: 0.03 mm Hg ( 150 °C)
Refractive index: n20/D 1.438(lit.)
Fp: >230 °F
Storage temp.: Store at -20°C
Solubility: Chloroform (Slightly), DMSO (Slightly), Ethyl Acetate (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
Form: Liquid
Color: Clear colorless to very slightly yellow
Water Solubility: Soluble
Henry's Law Constant: 8.2×105 mol/(m3Pa) at 25℃, HSDB (2015)
Stability: Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
InChI: 1S/C18H39O7P/c1-4-7-10-20-13-16-23-26(19,24-17-14-21-11-8-5-2)25-18-15-22-12-9-6-3/h4-18H2,1-3H3
InChIKey: WTLBZVNBAKMVDP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
LogP: 3.75 at 20℃
CAS DataBase Reference: 78-51-3(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference: AMGARD TBEP (78-51-3)
EPA Substance Registry System: AMGARD TBEP (78-51-3)
ECETOC JACC REPORT: AMGARD TBEP (78-51-3)

Slightly yellow, oily liquid. 
Insoluble or limited solubility in glycerol, glycols, and certain amines; soluble in most organic liquids. Combustible.

Uses    
Primary plasticizer for most resins and elastomers, floor finishes and waxes, flame-retarding agent.
AMGARD TBEP may be used as an analytical reference standard for the quantification of the analyte in herring gull eggs, house dust, and urine samples using liquid chromatography technique.
AMGARD TBEP also helps to improve pigment wetting and rheological properties with a minimal effect on reflectance Tributoxy ethyl phosphate (TBEP) is a highly effective "knockdown" defoamer used extensively in paint, textile and paper industries.
AMGARD TBEP is also used as a halogen free flame retardant additive in polymer systems. 
AMGARD TBEP can be used also in conjunction with other flame retardants.

Flame Retardant
AMGARD TBEP can be used as a flame retardant for materials such as plastics, rubber, and synthetic fibers. 
AMGARD TBEP finds wide application in the fire protection and electronics industries.

Plasticizer
Used in polyurethane rubber, cellulose, polyvinyl alcohol nitrocellulose, and acrylic plasticizers, AMGARD TBEP can provide products with transparency and excellent resistance to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, particularly in floor care formation, TBEP can effectively lower the glass transition temperature (Tg) of floor wax polymers, imparting elasticity to the coating. 
Simultaneously, AMGARD TBEP reduces the minimum temperature required for polymer film formation, enhancing constructability.

Leveling Agent
AMGARD TBEP also acts as a leveling agent, facilitating the smooth flow of floor wax during the coating process. 
This feature is particularly crucial in multi-layer floor wax coatings, ensuring an even and uniform application. 
Therefore, AMGARD TBEP is an effective additive in floor wax formulations.
AMGARD TBEP is important to note that the concentration of sodium ions must be strictly controlled, especially in the field of surface coating. 
AMGARD TBEP can result in the formation of pinholes in the final coating, significantly impacting its visual appearance and overall aesthetic quality if the sodium ion content is too high.

Reactivity Profile    
Organophosphates, such as AMGARD TBEP, are susceptible to formation of highly toxic and flammable phosphine gas in the presence of strong reducing agents such as hydrides. 
Partial oxidation by oxidizing agents may result in the release of toxic phosphorus oxides. 
AMGARD TBEP may react with oxidizers.