3-(Trifluoromethylthio)benzoic acid
Also known as: 3-[(trifluoromethyl)sulfanyl]benzoic acid, 3-[(trifluoromethyl)thio]benzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 3-[(trifluoromethyl)thio]-, 3-(trifluoromethylsulfanyl)benzoic acid, 3-[(Trifluoromethyl)sulphanyl]benzoic acid, 3-TRIFLUOROMETHYLSULFANYL-BENZOIC ACID, MFCD00236337
3-(Trifluoromethylthio)benzoic acid (CAS 946-65-6) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H5F3O2S and a molecular weight of 222.184 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 71-74 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 229.5±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 92.6±27.3 °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.
- 946-65-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-37054-7
- Molecular Formula
- C8H5F3O2S
- Molecular Weight
- 222.184 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 71-74 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 229.5±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 92.6±27.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 221.996231 |
| PSA | 62.60000 |
| LogP | 3.33 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.537 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2930909090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2930909090. other organo-sulphur compounds. 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-(Trifluoromethylthio)benzoic acid?
The CAS number of 3-(Trifluoromethylthio)benzoic acid is 946-65-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-(Trifluoromethylthio)benzoic acid?
3-(Trifluoromethylthio)benzoic acid has molecular formula C8H5F3O2S and molecular weight 222.184 g/mol.
Is 3-(Trifluoromethylthio)benzoic acid hazardous?
3-(Trifluoromethylthio)benzoic 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 3-(Trifluoromethylthio)benzoic acid?
For 3-(Trifluoromethylthio)benzoic acid, Upstream Products: Copper(I) trifluoromethanethiolate, 3-Iodobenzoic acid, m-Tolylmagnesium chloride; Downstream Products: 3-(Trifluoromethylthio)benzyl alcohol, 3-(TRIFLUOROMETHYLTHIO)PHENYLACETONITRILE, 3'-(Trifluoromethylthio)acetophenone.
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