2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzal chloride

2-(三氟甲基)苄基二氯

Also known as: 1-(Dichloromethyl)-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene, 2-(Dichloromethyl)benzotrifluoride, 2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzalchloride, O-TRIFLUOROMETHYLBENZAL CHLORIDE, OTF-BAC, trifluoromethylbenzalchloride, MFCD00077613, alpha',alpha'-dichloro-alpha,alpha,alpha-trifluoro-o-xylene

2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzal chloride (CAS 707-72-2) is a compound in the Organohalogen Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H5Cl2F3 and a molecular weight of 229.02700 g/mol. It is also known as 1-(Dichloromethyl)-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene, 2-(Dichloromethyl)benzotrifluoride and 2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzalchloride. Key properties include a melting point of -34.4, a boiling point of 71 °C, a density of 1.43 and a flash point of 88 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 707-72-2
Jingsj CID: J-4443-5
Molecular Formula: C₈H₅Cl₂F₃
Chinese Name: 2-(三氟甲基)苄基二氯
Molecular Weight: 229.02700 g/mol
Category: Organohalogen Compounds
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	-34.4
Boiling Point	71 °C
Density	1.43
Flash Point	88 °C

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzal chloride?

The CAS number of 2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzal chloride is 707-72-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzal chloride?

2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzal chloride has molecular formula C8H5Cl2F3 and molecular weight 229.02700 g/mol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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