2-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid
2-(三氟甲氧基)苯甲酸
Also known as: o-Trifluoromethoxybenzoic acid, 2-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid, MFCD00052325, RARECHEM AL BO 0449, alpha,alpha,alpha-Trifluoro-o-anisic acid, Benzoic acid, 2-(trifluoromethoxy)-, O-TRIFLUOROMETHOXYBENZOIC ACID, Adjacent Trifluoroxide Benzoic Acids
2-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid (CAS 1979-29-9) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H5F3O3 and a molecular weight of 206.119 g/mol. It is also known as o-Trifluoromethoxybenzoic acid, MFCD00052325 and RARECHEM AL BO 0449. Key properties include a melting point of 78 °C, a boiling point of 231.6±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 93.9±25.9 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 1979-29-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-1991400-4
- Molecular Formula
- C8H5F3O3
- Chinese Name
- 2-(三氟甲氧基)苯甲酸
- Molecular Weight
- 206.119 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 78 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 231.6±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 93.9±25.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 206.019073 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | 2.53 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.5 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.478 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918990090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918990090. other carboxylic acids with additional oxygen function and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and peroxyacids; their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid?
The CAS number of 2-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid is 1979-29-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid?
2-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid has molecular formula C8H5F3O3 and molecular weight 206.119 g/mol.
Is 2-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid hazardous?
2-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid?
For 2-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid, Upstream Products: Carbon dioxide, (Trifluoromethoxy)benzene; Downstream Products: 2-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoyl chloride, 2-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzyl alcohol.
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