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2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl chloride

Also known as: 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl chloride, 2-chloro-5-trifluoromethylbenzoyl chloride, 6-Chloro-alpha,alpha,alpha-trifluoro-m-toluoyl chloride, 6-Chloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-m-toluoyl chloride, Benzoyl chloride, 2-chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)-, GVR BG EXFFF, MFCD01631634

2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl chloride (CAS 657-05-6) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H3Cl2F3O and a molecular weight of 243.010 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 235.4±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 96.1±27.3 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
657-05-6
Jingsj CID
J-17915-7
Molecular Formula
C8H3Cl2F3O
Molecular Weight
243.010 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point235.4±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point96.1±27.3 °C
Exact Mass241.951309
PSA17.07000
LogP3.51
Vapor Pressure0.1±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.487

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2916399090
Summary2916399090 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)benzoyl chloride?

The CAS number of 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl chloride is 657-05-6.

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

2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl chloride has molecular formula C8H3Cl2F3O and molecular weight 243.010 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl chloride?

For 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl chloride, Upstream Products: 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, Oxalyl chloride, 3-Bromo-4-chlorobenzotrifluoride.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl chloride (CAS 657-05-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-17915-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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