Trichlorfon
Also known as: Metrifonate, Trichlorphon, Dipterex, Dylox, Chlorophos, Chlorofos, Foschlor, bayerl1359, Bilarcil, Bovinox, Briton, briten, (1-Hydroxy-2,2,2-trichloroethyl)phosphonic acid, dimethyl ester, (1-hydroxy-2,2,2-trichloroethyl)-phosphonicacidimethylester, (2,2,2-Trichloro-1-hydroxyethyl)phosphonate, dimethyl ester, (2,2,2-Trichloro-1-hydroxyethyl)phosphonic acid dimethyl ester, 2,2,2-trichloro-1-dimethoxyphosphorylethanol, 2,2,2-trichloro-1-hydroxyethylphosphonic acid dimethyl ester
Trichlorfon (CAS 52-68-6) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H8Cl3O4P and a molecular weight of 257.437 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 77-81 °C, a boiling point of 269.4±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 116.7±27.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H312 — Harmful in contact with skin and H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 52-68-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-29608-2
- Molecular Formula
- C4H8Cl3O4P
- Molecular Weight
- 257.437 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 77-81 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 269.4±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 116.7±27.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 255.922577 |
| PSA | 65.57000 |
| LogP | 0.48 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.486 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H312 — Harmful in contact with skin
- H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H334 — May cause allergy or asthma symptoms if inhaled
- H410 — Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2931900045 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2931900045 dimethyl (2,2,2-trichloro-1-hydroxyethyl)phosphonate。supervision conditions:s(import or export registration certificate for pesticides)。VAT:17.0%。tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tarrif:6.5%。general tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Trichlorfon?
The CAS number of Trichlorfon is 52-68-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Trichlorfon?
Trichlorfon has molecular formula C4H8Cl3O4P and molecular weight 257.437 g/mol.
Is Trichlorfon hazardous?
Trichlorfon has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H312 — Harmful in contact with skin; H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Trichlorfon?
For Trichlorfon, Upstream Products: Chloral, Dimethyl phosphonate, Chloral hydrate; Downstream Products: Heptafluorobutyric acid, Trifluoroacetic acid, 2,2,3,3-Tetrafluoropropanoic acid.
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