General Description Toxic by ingestion and skin absorption when pure. Produces phosphorus oxide gases during combustion. Primary hazard is threat to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to limit spread to the environment. Easily penetrates soil to contaminate groundwater and nearby waterways.
Reactivity Profile Organophosphates, such as TRIXYLYL PHOSPHATE, 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.
