Dietilfoszfát

Dietilfoszfát is an organophosphate compound with the chemical formula (C2H5O)2P(O)OH. It is the diethyl ester of phosphoric acid. This compound can be formed through the hydrolysis of diethyl phosphate esters. Dietilfoszfát is generally considered to be a less toxic organophosphate compared to some other related compounds, though its exact toxicity can vary depending on the specific context and potential contaminants. It is sometimes encountered as a metabolite or breakdown product of certain organophosphate pesticides or industrial chemicals. In biological systems, it can be involved in phosphorylation reactions. It is soluble in water and some organic solvents. Its properties make it a subject of interest in environmental chemistry and toxicology studies, particularly when assessing the fate and effects of organophosphate compounds in the environment or in biological organisms. Further research continues to explore its chemical behavior and biological interactions.