Triphenylbismuth

Synonym(s):TPB

CAS NO.：603-33-8
Empirical Formula: C18H15Bi
Molecular Weight: 440.29
MDL number: MFCD00014064
EINECS: 210-033-4
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2024-10-31 20:01:59

What is Triphenylbismuth?

Description

Triphenylbismuth is a polymerization catalyst frequently used as an additive in dental and medical devices that may remain in the body so that the implants can be seen by X-ray.

Chemical properties

white to off-white crystalline powder

The Uses of Triphenylbismuth

Triphenylbismuth, as an volatile organometallic used in the preparation of thin films of superconducting oxides by CVD. It is also added to the fuel of rocket as cruing agent. It acts as a solidifying catalyst for butyl hydroxyl propellants.

Purification Methods

Dissolve it in EtOH, precipitate it with H2O, extract with Et2O, dry and evaporate till the residue crystallises. It has been recrystallised from EtOH and Et2O/EtOH and is a stable compound. [Forward et al. J Chem Soc suppl p121 1949, Pfeiffer et al. Chem Ber 37 4620 1904, Gilman & Yablunky J Am Chem Soc 62 665 1940, UV: Jaffé J Chem Phys 22 1430 1954, Beilstein 4 III 1841.]

Properties of Triphenylbismuth

Melting point:	78-80 °C
Boiling point:	310°C
Density	1,585 g/cm³
refractive index	1.7040
Flash point:	242°C/14mm
storage temp.	Inert atmosphere,Room Temperature
solubility	Chloroform (Slightly), DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
form	crystal
Specific Gravity	1.585
color	white
Water Solubility	insoluble
Hydrolytic Sensitivity	4: no reaction with water under neutral conditions
Sensitive	Moisture Sensitive
CAS DataBase Reference	603-33-8(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference	Bismuthine, triphenyl-(603-33-8)
EPA Substance Registry System	Triphenylbismuth (603-33-8)

Safety information for Triphenylbismuth

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H302:Acute toxicity,oral
Precautionary Statement Codes	P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P270:Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P330:Rinse mouth.