Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Diphosphoryl tetrachloride (CAS: 13498-14-1)?
Answer
Diphosphoryl tetrachloride (CAS: 13498-14-1) is a colorless fuming liquid at room temperature with a molecular weight of approximately 215.46 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is miscible with most organic solvents. This compound is highly reactive, decomposing readily to form phosphorus oxychloride and chlorine gas upon exposure to moisture or heat.
About
CAS No
13498-14-1
English Name
Diphosphoryl tetrachloride
Molecular Formula
Cl4O3P2
Molecular Weight
251.76 g/mol
SMILES
O=P(OP(=O)(Cl)Cl)(Cl)Cl
InChIKey
CNTIXUGILVWVHR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-08 00:42