Triphenylacetic acid
Also known as: 2,2,2-Triphenylacetic acid, Tritylformic acid, alpha,alpha-Diphenylbenzeneacetic acid, NSC 61, Triphenylmethanecarboxylic acid
Triphenylacetic acid (CAS 595-91-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C20H16O2 and a molecular weight of 287.332 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 270-273 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 401.4±12.0 °C at 760 mmHg and a flash point of 210.7±16.1 °C. GHS hazard statements: H413. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 595-91-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-5324-7
- Molecular Formula
- C20H16O2
- Molecular Weight
- 287.332 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 270-273 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 401.4±12.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Flash Point | 210.7±16.1 °C |
| Exact Mass | 287.107758 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 5.13 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H413
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916399090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2916399090 other aromatic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:6.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Triphenylacetic acid?
The CAS number of Triphenylacetic acid is 595-91-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Triphenylacetic acid?
Triphenylacetic acid has molecular formula C20H16O2 and molecular weight 287.332 g/mol.
Is Triphenylacetic acid hazardous?
Triphenylacetic acid has GHS hazard statements H413.
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