Identification of alkaline phosphatase genes for utilizing a flame retardant, tris(2-chloroethyl) phosphate, in Sphingobium sp. strain TCM1.

Tris(2-chloroethyl) phosphate (TCEP) is a haloalkyl phosphate flame retardant and plasticizer that has been recognized as a global environmental contaminant. Sphingobium sp. strain TCM1 can utilize TCEP as a phosphorus source.