α-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol

Also known as: 1-Phenyl-2,2,2-trifluoroethanol, 2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-phenylethanol, 1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-phenyl-2-ethanol, 2,2,2-Trifluorophenethyl alcohol, alpha-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol, dl-2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-phenylethanol, (±)-α-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol, 1-Hydroxy-2,2,2-trifluoroethylbenzene, EINECS 206-429-1, MFCD00004498

α-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol (CAS 340-04-5) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H7F3O and a molecular weight of 176.13600 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 64-65 °C5 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.297 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.) and a flash point of 84.4 °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 Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.: 340-04-5
Jingsj CID: J-7925-4
Molecular Formula: C₈H₇F₃O
Molecular Weight: 176.13600 g/mol
Category: Alcohols
Last updated: 11/2/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	64-65 °C5 mm Hg(lit.)
Density	1.297 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.)
Flash Point	84.4 °C
Exact Mass	176.04500
PSA	20.23000
LogP	2.28230
Appearance	liquid
Refractive Index	n20/D 1.462

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

H315 — Causes skin irritation
H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of α-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol?

The CAS number of α-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol is 340-04-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of α-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol?

α-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol has molecular formula C8H7F3O and molecular weight 176.13600 g/mol.

Is α-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol hazardous?

α-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol 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 α-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol?

For α-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol, Upstream Products: 2,2,2-Trifluoroacetophenone, Trifluoromethane, Benzaldehyde; Downstream Products: (S)-(+)-α-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol, (R)-(-)-α-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol, 1,2,2-Trifluorostyrene.

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Last updated: 11/2/2026

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