CAS 358-74-7

Diethyl fluorophosphate

Description:

Diethyl fluorophosphate, with the CAS number 358-74-7, is an organophosphorus compound characterized by its structure, which includes a phosphorus atom bonded to two ethyl groups and a fluorophosphate group. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a faint odor. It is known for its role as a potent inhibitor of acetylcholinesterase, an enzyme critical for the proper functioning of the nervous system, making it of interest in both chemical research and toxicology. Diethyl fluorophosphate is soluble in organic solvents but has limited solubility in water. Due to its reactivity, particularly with nucleophiles, it can undergo hydrolysis in the presence of moisture, leading to the formation of less toxic products. Safety precautions are essential when handling this substance, as it is classified as a hazardous material, with potential health risks upon exposure. Proper storage and disposal methods are crucial to mitigate environmental and health impacts.

Formula: C₄H₁₀FO₃P

InChI: InChI=1S/C4H10FO3P/c1-3-7-9(5,6)8-4-2/h3-4H2,1-2H3

InChI key: InChIKey=WXSIQKMFCCUZFJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: P(OCC)(OCC)(F)=O

Synonyms:

• Diethyl fluorophosphate
• Diethyl phosphofluoridate
• Ethyl phosphorofluoridate ((EtO)₂FPO)
• Ethyl phosphorofluoridate (F(EtO)₂PO)
• Fluorodiethoxyphosphine oxide
• O,O-Diethyl phosphofluoridate
• O,O-Diethyl phosphorofluoridate
• Phosphorofluoridic Acid, Diethyl Ester
• Ethyl phosphorofluoridate ((EtO)2FPO)
• Ethyl phosphorofluoridate (F(EtO)2PO)
• Diethyl phosphorofluoridate