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2-Amino-2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic acid
Also known as: Amino[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic acid, AMINO-(3-TRIFLUOROMETHYL-PHENYL)-ACETIC ACID, 3-(Trifluoromethyl)-DL-phenylglycine, 2-Amino-2-(3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)acetic acid, 2-[3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl]glycine, Benzeneacetic acid, α-amino-3-(trifluoromethyl)-, alpha-Amino-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzeneacetic acid, (±)-2-Amino-2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic acid, (2R)-2-ammonio-2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetate, (2S)-amino[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]ethanoic acid, MFCD02662404
2-Amino-2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic acid (CAS 242475-26-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H8F3NO2 and a molecular weight of 219.161 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 274.0±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 119.5±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.
- 242475-26-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-1968923-7
- Molecular Formula
- C9H8F3NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 219.161 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 274.0±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
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| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 119.5±27.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 219.050720 |
| PSA | 63.32000 |
| LogP | 1.51 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.505 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Luckose F, et al. Effects of amino acid derivatives on physical, mental, and physiological activities. Crit Rev Food Sci Nutr. 2015;55(13):1793-1144. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2922499990 |
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| Summary | HS:2922499990 other amino-acids, other than those containing more than one kind of oxygen function, and their esters; salts thereof VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Amino-2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic acid?
The CAS number of 2-Amino-2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic acid is 242475-26-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Amino-2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic acid?
2-Amino-2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic acid has molecular formula C9H8F3NO2 and molecular weight 219.161 g/mol.
Is 2-Amino-2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic acid hazardous?
2-Amino-2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic 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 2-Amino-2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic acid?
For 2-Amino-2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic acid, Upstream Products: 3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetonitrile; Downstream Products: N-Boc-2-(3-trifluoromethylphenyl)-DL-glycine.
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