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3-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid

Also known as: 3-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid, m-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid, α,α,α-Trifluoro-m-anisic acid, 3-Trifluormethoxy-benzoesaeure, 3-trifluoromethoxy benzoic acid, 3-trifluoromethyloxybenzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 3-(trifluoromethoxy)-, MFCD00041501, EINECS 213-802-2

3-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid (CAS 1014-81-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H5F3O3 and a molecular weight of 206.119 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 89-92 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 243.8±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 101.2±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.
1014-81-9
Jingsj CID
J-38557-9
Molecular Formula
C8H5F3O3
Molecular Weight
206.119 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point89-92 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point243.8±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point101.2±25.9 °C
Exact Mass206.019073
PSA46.53000
LogP3.06
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.478

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • 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)benzoic acid?

The CAS number of 3-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid is 1014-81-9.

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

3-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid has molecular formula C8H5F3O3 and molecular weight 206.119 g/mol.

Is 3-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid hazardous?

3-(Trifluoromethoxy)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-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid?

For 3-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid, Upstream Products: Carbon dioxide, 1-Bromo-3-(trifluoromethoxy)benzene; Downstream Products: 3-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzhydrazide, 2-Nitro-5-(trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid, Ethyl 3-(trifluoromethoxy)benzoate.

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