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2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzylamine

Also known as: Benzenemethanamine, 2-chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)-, [2-chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]methanamine, (2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)methanamine, 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzenemethanamine

2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzylamine (CAS 15996-78-8) is a compound in the Organic Bases category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7ClF3N and a molecular weight of 209.59600 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 90-94°C 13mm, a density of 1.338 g/mL at 25 °C and a flash point of 103.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
15996-78-8
Jingsj CID
J-5808-2
Molecular Formula
C8H7ClF3N
Molecular Weight
209.59600 g/mol
Category
Organic Bases
Last updated
11/2/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point90-94°C 13mm
Density1.338 g/mL at 25 °C
Flash Point103.3 °C
Exact Mass209.02200
PSA26.02000
LogP3.51780
Vapor Pressure0.156mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Indexn 20/D 1.489

GHS Safety & Compliance

Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2921499090
Summary2921499090 other aromatic monoamines and their derivatives; salts thereof 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 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzylamine?

The CAS number of 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzylamine is 15996-78-8.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzylamine?

2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzylamine has molecular formula C8H7ClF3N and molecular weight 209.59600 g/mol.

Is 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzylamine hazardous?

2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzylamine has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzylamine?

For 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzylamine, Upstream Products: 2-Chloro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile.

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