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Ethyl trifluoroacetate

Also known as: Ethyl 2,2,2-trifluoroacetate, Trifluoroacetic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl trifluoroethanoate, Acetic acid, trifluoro-, ethyl ester, TFAE, EINECS 206-851-6, MFCD00000419

Ethyl trifluoroacetate (CAS 383-63-1) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H5F3O2 and a molecular weight of 142.077 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -78 °C, a boiling point of 61.5±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of -1.1±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H315 — Causes skin irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
383-63-1
Jingsj CID
J-44680-2
Molecular Formula
C4H5F3O2
Molecular Weight
142.077 g/mol
Category
Solvents
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-78 °C
Boiling Point61.5±3.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point-1.1±0.0 °C
Exact Mass142.024170
PSA26.30000
LogP1.03
Vapor Pressure185.3±0.1 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.322
Storage Conditions2-8°C
Additional PropertyHYDROLYSIS

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / Corrosion / IrritantSignal word: Danger
  • H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H318 — Causes serious eye damage
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2915900090
Summary2915900090 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 Ethyl trifluoroacetate?

The CAS number of Ethyl trifluoroacetate is 383-63-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Ethyl trifluoroacetate?

Ethyl trifluoroacetate has molecular formula C4H5F3O2 and molecular weight 142.077 g/mol.

Is Ethyl trifluoroacetate hazardous?

Ethyl trifluoroacetate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Ethyl trifluoroacetate?

For Ethyl trifluoroacetate, Upstream Products: ethane, Trifluoroacetic anhydride, Ethanol; Downstream Products: 4,4,4-Trifluoro-2-propyl-3-oxobutyric acid ethyl ester, 2,2,2-Trifluoro-N-(4-methoxyphenyl)acetamide, 2,2,2-Trifluoro-1-(pyridin-3-yl)ethanone.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Ethyl trifluoroacetate (CAS 383-63-1)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-44680-2 (accessed 2026-11-06).

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