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Aminotrimethylene phosphonic acid

CAS Number
6419-19-8
EC Number
229-146-5
Chemical Formula
C3H12NO9P3
Molecular Weight
299.05 g/mol

Description

Aminotrimethylene phosphonic acid (CAS 6419-19-8 ), commercially known as ATMP, is a phosphonate chelating agent used across industrial water and process chemistry. It controls scale deposition and inhibits corrosion in systems where mineral buildup and metal degradation are operational concerns. In water treatment, ATMP prevents calcium carbonate, calcium sulfate, and barium sulfate scale in cooling towers, boilers, and reverse osmosis systems by threshold inhibition and crystal modification. Oil and gas operations rely on it as a scale inhibitor in oilfield injection water and produced water handling, where mineral precipitation can block pipelines and reduce flow efficiency. Textile and paper processing use ATMP to sequester hardness ions in process water, preventing interference with dyeing, bleaching, and pulp treatment chemistry in various industrial environments. In metalworking and mining, it functions as a corrosion inhibitor and chelating agent in circulating water systems and mineral processing circuits to ensure long-term equipment durability and performance. ATMP is supplied as a liquid solution, typically at 50% active content, and as a solid crystalline powder for applications requiring concentrated or dry formulations for specific manufacturing needs. Technical grade is the standard offering across most industrial segments. Specifications are typically aligned with industry performance benchmarks rather than pharmacopeial standards like USP or FCC . Given its primarily industrial end-use profile, the material is handled according to standard chemical safety protocols to maintain high efficiency in large-scale cooling and heating applications. Contact us for supply of Aminotrimethylene phosphonic acid Request Quote

Other Names (Synonyms)

Aminotris(methylenephosphonic acid) | Aminotris (atmp) | ATMP – aminotris | [bis(phosphonomethyl)amino]methylphosphonic acid | Aminotrimethylenephosphonic acid | ATMP

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Physical Properties

Melting Point208-210 °C
Boiling Point746.2±70.0 °C(Predicted)
Density1.3 g/mL at 25 °C
Appearancecolourless liquid
ColorWhite
FormSolid
Water Solubility500g/L at 20℃
Vapor Pressure0Pa at 25℃
pH0.46
Log P-3.5

Safety & Handling

Warning
GHS05· CorrosiveGHS07· Irritant

Hazard Statements

H290May be corrosive to metals
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary Statements

P234Keep only in original packaging.
P264Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P321Specific treatment (see … on this label).
P390Absorb spillage to prevent material damage.
P406Store in a corrosion-resistant/… container with a resistant inner liner.
P265Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P352IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
P317Get emergency medical help.
P317If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Get emergency medical help.
P364Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

Trade & Regulatory

HS Code29319090
Storage Class8A - Combustible corrosive hazardous materials
WGK (Germany)1