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(±)-α-Methoxy-α-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetyl chloride

Also known as: 3,3,3-Trifluoro-2-methoxy-2-phenylpropanoyl chloride, (+/-)-1-Methoxy-1-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetyl chloride, (±)-alpha-Methoxy-alpha-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetyl chloride, alpha-Methoxy-alpha-trifluoromethylphenylacetyl chloride, Mosher's acid chloride, Mosher reagent, 2-Methoxy-2-phenyl-3,3,3-trifluoropropionyl chloride, 2-Methoxy-2-phenyl-3-trifluoropropanoic acid chloride, MTPA-Cl

(±)-α-Methoxy-α-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetyl chloride (CAS 64312-89-6) is a compound in the Aromatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H8ClF3O2 and a molecular weight of 252.61900 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 213-214 °C(lit.), a density of 1.327 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 87.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage and H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
64312-89-6
Jingsj CID
J-19649-6
Molecular Formula
C10H8ClF3O2
Molecular Weight
252.61900 g/mol
Category
Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Last updated
11/2/2026
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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point213-214 °C(lit.)
Density1.327 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Flash Point87.8 °C
Exact Mass255.04000
PSA26.30000
LogP3.30380
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.471(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / IrritantSignal word: Danger
  • H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (±)-α-Methoxy-α-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetyl chloride?

The CAS number of (±)-α-Methoxy-α-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetyl chloride is 64312-89-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (±)-α-Methoxy-α-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetyl chloride?

(±)-α-Methoxy-α-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetyl chloride has molecular formula C10H8ClF3O2 and molecular weight 252.61900 g/mol.

Is (±)-α-Methoxy-α-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetyl chloride hazardous?

(±)-α-Methoxy-α-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetyl chloride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction.

What are the upstream and downstream products of (±)-α-Methoxy-α-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetyl chloride?

For (±)-α-Methoxy-α-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetyl chloride, Upstream Products: (R)-(+)-α-Methoxy-α-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid, 2,2,2-Trifluoroacetophenone, 2-Methoxy-2-phenyl-3,3,3-trifluoropropionitrile.

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