2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid
Also known as: 2-Chloro-5-trifluoromethylbenzoic acid, 6-Chloro-alpha,alpha,alpha-trifluoro-m-toluic acid, 3-Carboxy-4-chlorobenzotrifluoride, MFCD00061094, Benzoic acid, 2-chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)-
2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid (CAS 657-06-7) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H4ClF3O2 and a molecular weight of 224.564 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 93-96 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 270.4±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 117.3±27.3 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 657-06-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-11701-1
- Molecular Formula
- C8H4ClF3O2
- Molecular Weight
- 224.564 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 93-96 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 270.4±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 117.3±27.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 223.985199 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 3.17 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.496 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives 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 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid?
The CAS number of 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid is 657-06-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid?
2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid has molecular formula C8H4ClF3O2 and molecular weight 224.564 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid?
For 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, Upstream Products: Carbon dioxide, 4-Chlorobenzotrifluoride, 3-Bromo-4-chlorobenzotrifluoride; Downstream Products: 2-carboxymethyl-5-trifluoromethyl-benzoic acid, Methyl 2-chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoate, 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl chloride.
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