Methyl trifluoroacetate
Also known as: Trifluoroacetic Acid Methyl Ester, Methyl 2,2,2-trifluoroacetate, Acetic acid, 2,2,2-trifluoro-, methyl ester, Acetic acid, trifluoro-, methyl ester
Methyl trifluoroacetate (CAS 431-47-0) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H3F3O2 and a molecular weight of 128.050 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -78 °C, a boiling point of 40.2±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of -7.2±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour and H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 431-47-0
- Jingsj CID
- J-50053-8
- Molecular Formula
- C3H3F3O2
- Molecular Weight
- 128.050 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -78 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 40.2±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | -7.2±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 128.008514 |
| PSA | 26.30000 |
| LogP | 0.50 |
| Vapor Pressure | 426.7±0.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.298 |
| Storage Conditions | 0-6°C |
| Additional Property | 8 g/L |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2915900090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2915900090 other saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward) MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Methyl trifluoroacetate?
The CAS number of Methyl trifluoroacetate is 431-47-0.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl trifluoroacetate?
Methyl trifluoroacetate has molecular formula C3H3F3O2 and molecular weight 128.050 g/mol.
Is Methyl trifluoroacetate hazardous?
Methyl trifluoroacetate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl trifluoroacetate?
For Methyl trifluoroacetate, Upstream Products: Trifluoroacetic anhydride, Trifluoroacetic acid, Methanol; Downstream Products: 2,2,2-Trifluoroethanol, Trifluoroacetaldehyde Methyl Hemiacetal, 1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-methyl-2-propanol.
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