Is Tricresyl Phosphate vegan?
Tricresyl Phosphate
Tricresyl phosphate is a synthetic organophosphate compound mixture used as a flame retardant, plasticizer, and antiwear additive in lubricants. It is manufactured chemically from cresol and phosphorus-based reagents such as phosphorus oxychloride.
| Also known as | Phosphoric Acid, Tris(Methylphenyl) Ester, TCP |
|---|---|
| INCI name | Tricresyl Phosphate |
| CAS number | 1330-78-5 |
| EC number | 215-548-8 |
| CosIng ID | 84631 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
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