Benzotrifluoride
Also known as: (Trifluoromethyl)benzene, alpha,alpha,alpha-Trifluorotoluene, Phenylfluoroform, Trifluoromethylbenzene, Toluene, α,α,α-trifluoro-, Benzenylfluoride, Oxsol 2000
Benzotrifluoride (CAS 98-08-8) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H5F3 and a molecular weight of 146.110 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of −29 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 104.8±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 12.2±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H304 and H315 — Causes skin irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 98-08-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-38562-4
- Molecular Formula
- C7H5F3
- Molecular Weight
- 146.110 g/mol
- Category
- Solvents
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | −29 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 104.8±35.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 12.2±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 146.034332 |
| LogP | 2.79 |
| Vapor Pressure | 35.3±0.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.422 |
| Additional Property | <0.1 g/100 mL at 21 ºC |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H304
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H340
- H350 — May cause cancer
- H372 — Causes damage to organs through prolonged exposure
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2903999090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2903999090 halogenated derivatives of aromatic hydrocarbons VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Benzotrifluoride?
The CAS number of Benzotrifluoride is 98-08-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Benzotrifluoride?
Benzotrifluoride has molecular formula C7H5F3 and molecular weight 146.110 g/mol.
Is Benzotrifluoride hazardous?
Benzotrifluoride has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H304; H315 — Causes skin irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Benzotrifluoride?
For Benzotrifluoride, Upstream Products: Iodobenzene, Trimethyl(trifluoromethyl)silane, 4-Iodobenzotrifluoride; Downstream Products: Fluorobenzene, 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile, 2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzonitrile.
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