1305-99-3

  • English Name: Calcium Phosphide
  • CAS Number: 1305-99-3
  • Molecular Formula: Ca₃P₂
  • Molecular Weight: 182.18 g/mol

Physical Properties

Appearance: Dark gray or reddish-brown crystalline solidDensity: 2.51 g/cm³Melting Point: Decomposes before meltingBoiling Point: DecomposesSolubility:

  • Reacts violently with water to produce phosphine gas (PH₃)
  • Insoluble in organic solvents

Reactivity:

  • Highly reactive with water and acids, forming toxic and flammable phosphine gas (PH₃)
  • Can ignite spontaneously in air due to phosphine release

Hazards:

  • Toxicity: Highly toxic if inhaled or ingested
  • Irritation: Causes severe irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory system
  • Fire Hazard: Releases flammable and pyrophoric phosphine gas, posing fire and explosion risks

Applications:

  • Used as a fumigant for rodent and insect control
  • Used in signal flares and fireworks
  • Intermediate in some chemical syntheses

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