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Triphenylmethanamine

Also known as: Tritylamine, Triphenylmethylamine, 1,1,1-Triphenylmethanamine, Aminotriphenylmethane, Benzenemethanamine, alpha,alpha-diphenyl-, Methylamine, 1,1,1-triphenyl-, TRT-AMINE, TRT-NH2, N-Tritylamine

Triphenylmethanamine (CAS 5824-40-8) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C19H17N and a molecular weight of 259.345 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 102-104 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 369.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 190.9±12.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
5824-40-8
Jingsj CID
J-1103408-5
Molecular Formula
C19H17N
Molecular Weight
259.345 g/mol
Category
Organic Bases
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point102-104 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point369.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point190.9±12.3 °C
Exact Mass259.136108
PSA26.02000
LogP4.64
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.620

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2921499090
Summary2921499090 other aromatic monoamines and their derivatives; salts thereof VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Triphenylmethanamine?

The CAS number of Triphenylmethanamine is 5824-40-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Triphenylmethanamine?

Triphenylmethanamine has molecular formula C19H17N and molecular weight 259.345 g/mol.

Is Triphenylmethanamine hazardous?

Triphenylmethanamine has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Triphenylmethanamine?

For Triphenylmethanamine, Upstream Products: Triphenylmethyl chloride, Trityl azide, Bromotriphenylmethane; Downstream Products: Triphenylmethanol, Acetamide, Triphenylmethyl chloride.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Triphenylmethanamine (CAS 5824-40-8)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1103408-5 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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