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2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzal chloride

Also known as: 1-(Dichloromethyl)-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene, 2-(Dichloromethyl)benzotrifluoride, 2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzalchloride, O-TRIFLUOROMETHYLBENZAL CHLORIDE, OTF-BAC, trifluoromethylbenzalchloride, MFCD00077613, alpha',alpha'-dichloro-alpha,alpha,alpha-trifluoro-o-xylene

2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzal chloride (CAS 707-72-2) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H5Cl2F3 and a molecular weight of 229.02700 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -34.4, a boiling point of 71 °C, a density of 1.43 and a flash point of 88 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
707-72-2
Jingsj CID
J-4443-9
Molecular Formula
C8H5Cl2F3
Molecular Weight
229.02700 g/mol
Category
Organohalogen Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-34.4
Boiling Point71 °C
Density1.43
Flash Point88 °C
Exact Mass227.97200
LogP4.18160
Refractive Index1.475

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2903999090
Summary2903999090 halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzal chloride?

The CAS number of 2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzal chloride is 707-72-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzal chloride?

2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzal chloride has molecular formula C8H5Cl2F3 and molecular weight 229.02700 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzal chloride?

For 2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzal chloride, Upstream Products: 1-(Dichloromethyl)-2-(trichloromethyl)benzene; Downstream Products: 1,2-Bis(trifluoromethyl)benzene, 2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, 2-Chlorobenzotrifluoride.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzal chloride (CAS 707-72-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-4443-9 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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