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Zinc Diethylphosphinate

Shanxian Chemical

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902870

Packing & Storage
Packing Zinc Diethylphosphinate packaged in 25 - kg bags for convenient handling.
Storage Zinc Diethylphosphinate should be stored in a cool, dry, well - ventilated area. Keep it away from heat sources, open flames, and oxidizing agents. Store in tightly - sealed containers to prevent moisture absorption. This helps maintain its chemical stability and reduces the risk of reactions that could lead to degradation or hazardous situations.
Shipping Zinc Diethylphosphinate is shipped in sealed, corrosion - resistant containers. Special care is taken to prevent moisture and physical damage. Shipments adhere to strict chemical transport regulations to ensure safety during transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main application fields of Zinc Diethylphosphate
Zinc-diethyl hypophosphite has its important and wide application in various industrial and civilian fields.
The first to bear the brunt, in the genus of flame retardant materials, its effectiveness is obvious. Nowadays, flammable materials are widely used in construction, transportation, electronics and other industries, and the risk of fire cannot be ignored. Zinc-diethyl hypophosphite has excellent flame retardancy and can be added to plastics, rubber, fibers and other materials. When it encounters fire, it can generate a stable carbon layer, block oxygen and heat, make the material non-flammable and slow down the spread of fire. If it is used in building materials, after adding this material, it can increase its fire rating and protect people's lives and property. < Br >
Furthermore, in the field of polymer material modification, it has also made great progress. The mechanical properties and thermal stability of the material can be modified. Taking plastics as an example, after adding zinc-diethylphosphinic acid, the strength and toughness of the plastic may be improved, and its structure can be maintained at high temperatures, and it will not age and deform too quickly. In the plastic parts of automobile interiors, the shells of electronic products, etc., the improvement of this performance can increase the quality and durability of the product.
It can also be seen in the field of lubricating oil additives. It can reduce the friction and wear of the metal surface and increase the wear resistance and extreme pressure performance of the lubricating oil. When the machine is running, it can protect parts, reduce loss, prolong the service life of the machine, and help dissipate heat and ensure the efficient operation of the machine. Lubrication systems such as automobile engines and industrial equipment can benefit from it.
In addition, in the preparation of some special coatings, zinc-diethyl phosphonite is also used. It can make the coating have various properties such as anti-corrosion, wear resistance, flame retardancy, etc. It can be applied to metal, wood and other surfaces to increase its protective ability and ensure the integrity of the material in harsh environments.
How Thermal Stability of Zinc Diethylphosphate
The thermal stability of the system composed of zinc (Zinc) and diethylphosphinic acid (Diethylphosphinate) is very critical and is related to many practical applications.
Zinc itself is a common metal element with certain chemical activity. And diethylphosphinic acid is often used as a flame retardant in the field of materials. When the two are combined, the thermal stability will be affected by many factors.
From the perspective of molecular structure, the structure of diethylphosphinic acid gives it a certain thermal stability. Its organic groups can absorb heat through the breaking and rearrangement of chemical bonds in the initial stage of heating, delaying the temperature rise of the system. At the same time, if zinc ions interact with diethylphosphinic acid salts in a specific way, such as forming coordination bonds, etc., it may further stabilize the system structure and improve thermal stability.
In practical application scenarios, such as adding these two compounds to polymer materials for flame retardant modification, the thermal stability performance directly affects the processing and service performance of the material. When heated, if the system has good thermal stability, the material can maintain the stability of structure and performance at higher temperatures, and will not decompose and deform prematurely. This not only helps the material to be formed and processed, but also ensures the reliability of its long-term use in high temperature environments.
However, thermal stability is not static. Environmental factors, such as humidity, oxygen content, etc., may affect it. When the humidity is high, water molecules may participate in the reaction in the system, interfering with the interaction between zinc and diethyl phosphinite, reducing thermal stability; in the presence of oxygen, at high temperatures, oxidation reactions may be triggered, destroying the system structure, resulting in decreased thermal stability.
Overall, the thermal stability of zinc and diethyl phosphinite systems is influenced by internal structural factors and external environmental factors. In practical consideration and application, various factors need to be comprehensively weighed to achieve the best performance.
How is the solubility of Zinc Diethylphosphate in different solvents?
Zinc (Zinc) and diethylphosphinate (Diethylphosphinate) in different solvents have different solubility.
In polar solvents, strong polar solvents such as water, zinc is usually insoluble. Because it is a metal element, the metal bond in the crystal structure is strong, and it is difficult to form an effective interaction with water molecules to overcome the lattice energy, so it is almost insoluble in water. And diethylphosphinic acid salts, because the molecular structure contains polar groups, can interact with water molecules through hydrogen bonds, etc., showing a certain solubility, but the hydrocarbon group part is hydrophobic, resulting in its solubility in water or not very high.
As for organic solvents, such as ethanol and other polar organic solvents, zinc is still insoluble, and the force between ethanol molecules and zinc cannot destroy the metal lattice of zinc. For diethyl phosphinite, because the molecule has both polar and non-polar parts, its solubility in ethanol may be better than that of water. The polarity of ethanol can interact with the polar group of diethyl phosphinite, and the non-polar hydrocarbon part also interacts with the hydrocarbon part of ethanol, making diethyl phosphinite have better solubility in ethanol.
In non-polar solvents, such as n-hexane, zinc is naturally insoluble because of the weak force between it and the non-polar solvent. Diethyl phosphinic acid salts are not completely non-polar, although they contain hydrocarbons, the existence of polar groups causes them to have poor solubility in non-polar solvents such as n-hexane.
In summary, zinc generally has poor solubility in common solvents, while diethyl phosphinic acid salts vary depending on the polarity of the solvent. They have relatively good solubility in polar organic solvents, but limited solubility in water and non-polar solvents.
Is Zinc Diethylphosphate Environmentally Friendly?
Zinc (Zinc) and diethylphosphinate (Diethylphosphinate), the relationship between the two in the environment, is related to the creation of heaven and earth, and the survival of all things.
Zinc is widely distributed in nature. It is contained in the earth's crust, and many ores can be traced. It also has important functions in living organisms. It is a component of a variety of enzymes, participates in many biochemical reactions, and is related to the growth, development and immunity of organisms. However, if the content of zinc is unbalanced in the environment, excessive discharge will also bring troubles to the environment. For example, if excessive zinc is contained in industrial wastewater and flows into rivers, lakes and seas, it will affect the survival of aquatic organisms and destroy the balance of water ecology; in soil, excessive zinc will inhibit crop growth and affect the yield and quality of crops.
Diethylphosphinic acid salt is often used as a flame retardant. Its flame retardant effect can protect many materials from fire, and it contributes a lot to the safety protection of industrial production and daily life. However, it also has potential effects in the environment. If some diethylphosphinic acid salts enter the environment without proper treatment, they may be relatively stable in chemical properties and difficult to degrade rapidly in the environment, resulting in long-term retention. It may affect the structure and function of soil microbial communities, and then affect the material cycle and energy flow of soil ecosystems. In water bodies, it may also have adverse effects on the physiological functions of aquatic organisms and threaten the health of aquatic ecosystems.
In summary, although zinc and diethylphosphinic acid salts have important uses in human production and life, they should be used with caution and pay attention to the protection of the environment, so as to achieve a harmonious coexistence between man and nature, and maintain the balance and order between heaven and earth.
Is the production process of Zinc Diethylphosphate complicated?
The production process of zinc and diethyl hypophosphite needs to be reviewed in detail. The preparation of zinc and diethyl hypophosphite often involves chemical synthesis. In this process, the selection and ratio of raw materials are of paramount importance. It is necessary to precisely control the ratio of zinc and diethyl hypophosphite components. If there is a slight difference, the quality and yield of the product will be affected.
At the end of the reaction conditions, the temperature, pressure and reaction time must be precisely controlled. If the temperature is too high or too low, the reaction rate can be abnormal, or side reactions can be triggered, making the product impure. The change of pressure is also related to the direction and process of the reaction. If the reaction time is too short, the reaction will not be fully functional; if the time is too long, it will consume resources or cause the product to deteriorate.
Furthermore, the equipment and technology involved in the reaction are also factors that affect the complexity of the process. Advanced equipment can precisely control temperature and pressure, improve reaction efficiency and product purity; however, its purchase and maintenance costs are also high. The advantages and disadvantages of the adopted technology, such as the choice of catalysts, can accelerate the reaction and reduce energy consumption, but require profound chemical knowledge and practical experience.
The separation and purification steps after
should not be underestimated. To obtain high-purity zinc and diethylphosphinic acid, multiple separation and purification processes are required to remove impurities. This process may involve a variety of operations such as filtration, distillation, crystallization, etc. Each step requires fine operation to obtain a pure product.
In summary, the production process of zinc and diethyl hypophosphite is quite complex due to the requirements of raw materials, reaction conditions, equipment technology, separation and purification, etc. It is necessary to treat each link strictly in order to ensure the smooth production and the quality of the product.