4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid
Also known as: (alpha,alpha,alpha-Trifluoro-p-tolyl)acetic acid, 2-(4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl)acetic acid, 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzeneacetic acid, p-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid, 2-[4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic acid
4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid (CAS 32857-62-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C9H7F3O2 and a molecular weight of 204.146 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 82-85 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 263.1±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 112.9±25.9 °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.
- 32857-62-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-29536-3
- Molecular Formula
- C9H7F3O2
- Molecular Weight
- 204.146 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 82-85 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 263.1±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 112.9±25.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 204.039810 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 2.08 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.475 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
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-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid?
The CAS number of 4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid is 32857-62-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid?
4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid has molecular formula C9H7F3O2 and molecular weight 204.146 g/mol.
Is 4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid hazardous?
4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic 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 4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid?
For 4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid, Upstream Products: Carbon dioxide, 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl chloride, (4-Iodophenyl)acetic acid; Downstream Products: methyl 4-(2-methoxy-2-oxoethyl)benzoate, 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzaldehyde, Ethyl 2-(4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)acetate.
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