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3-(Trifluoromethoxy)cinnamic acid

Also known as: 3-[3-(Trifluoromethoxy)phenyl]acrylic acid, 3-(3-Trifluoromethoxyphenyl)acrylic acid, (2E)-3-[3-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl]prop-2-enoic acid, trans-3-(Trifluoromethoxy)cinnamic acid

3-(Trifluoromethoxy)cinnamic acid (CAS 168833-80-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H7F3O3 and a molecular weight of 232.156 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 92-96 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 285.5±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 126.5±25.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
168833-80-5
Jingsj CID
J-21131-4
Molecular Formula
C10H7F3O3
Molecular Weight
232.156 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point92-96 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point285.5±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point126.5±25.9 °C
Exact Mass232.034729
PSA46.53000
LogP3.42
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.527

GHS Safety & Compliance

Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918990090
Summary2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-(Trifluoromethoxy)cinnamic acid?

The CAS number of 3-(Trifluoromethoxy)cinnamic acid is 168833-80-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-(Trifluoromethoxy)cinnamic acid?

3-(Trifluoromethoxy)cinnamic acid has molecular formula C10H7F3O3 and molecular weight 232.156 g/mol.

Is 3-(Trifluoromethoxy)cinnamic acid hazardous?

3-(Trifluoromethoxy)cinnamic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 3-(Trifluoromethoxy)cinnamic acid?

For 3-(Trifluoromethoxy)cinnamic acid, Downstream Products: 3-[3-(Trifluoromethoxy)phenyl]propanoic acid.

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