2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl formate
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. 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. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 32042-38-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-21125-6
- Molecular Formula
- C3H3F3O2
- Molecular Weight
- 128.050 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Boiling Point | 33.7±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | -17.7±19.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 128.008514 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 1.07 |
| Vapor Pressure | 547.2±0.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.300 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915120000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915120000 salts of formic acid。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
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 and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl formate?
For 2,2,2-Trifluoroethyl formate, Upstream Products: Formic Acid, 2,2,2-Trifluoroethanol, Bis(2,2,2-trifluoroethyl) ether; Downstream Products: N-(4-Methoxyphenyl)formamide, Formic Acid, 2,2,2-Trifluoroethanol.
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