3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid
Also known as: alpha,alpha,alpha-trifluoro-m-toluic acid, 3-Carboxybenzotrifluoride, m-Trifluoromethylbenzoic acid, 3-trifluoromethylbenzoic acid, m-Carboxybenzotrifluoride, alpha,alpha,alpha-Trifluoro-m-toluic acid, Benzoic acid, 3-(trifluoromethyl)-, QVR CXFFF
3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid (CAS 454-92-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H5F3O2 and a molecular weight of 190.119 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 104-106 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 237.7±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 102.9±27.3 °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.
- 454-92-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-12728-6
- Molecular Formula
- C8H5F3O2
- Molecular Weight
- 190.119 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 104-106 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 237.7±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 102.9±27.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 190.024170 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 2.95 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.475 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid?
The CAS number of 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid is 454-92-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid?
3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid has molecular formula C8H5F3O2 and molecular weight 190.119 g/mol.
Is 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid hazardous?
3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid 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 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid?
For 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, Upstream Products: 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde, 3-Bromobenzotrifluoride, Methanol; Downstream Products: 3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl fluoride, 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol, 3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid.
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