5-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid

5-氯-2-(三氟甲基)苯甲酸

Also known as: 2-Carboxy-4-chlorobenzotrifluoride, 2-Trifluoromethyl-5-chlorobenzoic acid, 3-Chloro-6-trifluoromethylbenzoic acid, 5-Chloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-o-toluic acid, 5-chloro-2-trifluoromethyl-benzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 5-chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)-

5-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid (CAS 654-98-8) 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. It is also known as 2-Carboxy-4-chlorobenzotrifluoride, 2-Trifluoromethyl-5-chlorobenzoic acid and 3-Chloro-6-trifluoromethylbenzoic acid. Key properties include a melting point of 84-87ºC, a boiling point of 272.2±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 118.4±27.3 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
654-98-8
Jingsj CID
J-17192-0
Molecular Formula
C8H4ClF3O2
Chinese Name
5-氯-2-(三氟甲基)苯甲酸
Molecular Weight
224.564 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point84-87ºC
Boiling Point272.2±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point118.4±27.3 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 5-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid?

The CAS number of 5-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid is 654-98-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid?

5-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid has molecular formula C8H4ClF3O2 and molecular weight 224.564 g/mol.

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