4-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid
Also known as: 4-Chloro-alpha,alpha,alpha-trifluoro-o-toluic acid, 4-Chloro-α,α,α-trifluoro-o-toluic acid, 4-chloro-2-trifluoromethylbenzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 4-chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)-, Chlorotrifluoromethylbenzoic acid 52, MFCD01631353, QVR DG BXFFF, RARECHEM AL BE 0520
4-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid (CAS 142994-09-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H4ClF3O2 and a molecular weight of 224.564 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 110 °C, a boiling point of 264.7±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 113.9±27.3 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 142994-09-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-21768-5
- Molecular Formula
- C8H4ClF3O2
- Molecular Weight
- 224.564 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 110 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 264.7±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 113.9±27.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 223.985199 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 3.82 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.496 |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 4-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid?
The CAS number of 4-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid is 142994-09-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid?
4-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid has molecular formula C8H4ClF3O2 and molecular weight 224.564 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid?
For 4-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, Upstream Products: Carbon dioxide, 5-Chloro-2-iodobenzotrifluoride; Downstream Products: 4-chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoyl chloride.
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