6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinic acid
Also known as: 2-(Trifluoromethyl)pyridine-5-carboxylic acid, 2-Trifluoromethyl-5-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 3-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-(trifluoromethyl)-, 6-(Trifluoromethyl)pyridine-3-carboxylic acid, 6-(Trifluoromethyl)-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid, 6-Trifluoromethyl-nicotinic acid, 6-Trifluoromethylnicotinic acid, MFCD00792430, RARECHEM AL BO 1001
6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinic acid (CAS 231291-22-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H4F3NO2 and a molecular weight of 191.11 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 193-197 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 259.3±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 110.6±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.
- 231291-22-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-42150-1
- Molecular Formula
- C7H4F3NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 191.11 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 193-197 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 259.3±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 110.6±27.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 191.019409 |
| PSA | 50.19000 |
| LogP | 1.75 |
| 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 | 2933399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2933399090. other compounds containing an unfused pyridine ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinic acid?
The CAS number of 6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinic acid is 231291-22-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinic acid?
6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinic acid has molecular formula C7H4F3NO2 and molecular weight 191.11 g/mol.
Is 6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinic acid hazardous?
6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinic 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 6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinic acid?
For 6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinic acid, Upstream Products: 6-(Trifluoromethyl)nicotinonitrile, Carbon dioxide, 5-bromo-2-(trifluoromethyl)pyridine; Downstream Products: 4-Chloro-6-(trifluoromethyl)nicotinic acid, 1-(6-(Trifluoromethyl)pyridin-3-yl)ethanone, 6-(Trifluoromethyl)pyridine-3-methanol.
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