2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl formate

2,2,2-三氟乙基甲酸酯

Also known as: Formic acid 2,2,2-trifluoroethyl ester, Trifluoroethyl formate, HCOOCH2CF3, TFEF, Zayia's reagent

2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl formate (CAS 32042-38-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H3F3O2 and a molecular weight of 128.050 g/mol. It is also known as Formic acid 2,2,2-trifluoroethyl ester, Trifluoroethyl formate and HCOOCH2CF3. Key properties include a boiling point of 33.7±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of -17.7±19.6 °C. GHS signal word: Danger. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
32042-38-9
Jingsj CID
J-21125-1
Molecular Formula
C3H3F3O2
Chinese Name
2,2,2-三氟乙基甲酸酯
Molecular Weight
128.050 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point33.7±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point-17.7±19.6 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / IrritantSignal word: Danger

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl formate?

The CAS number of 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl formate is 32042-38-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl formate?

2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl formate has molecular formula C3H3F3O2 and molecular weight 128.050 g/mol.

Is 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl formate hazardous?

2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl formate has GHS signal word Danger.

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