71990-01-7

Basic information

• Product Name: (trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid
• Synonyms: (trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid
• CAS NO: 71990-01-7
• Molecular Formula: C8H5F3O2
• Molecular Weight: 190.1193096
• EINECS: 276-274-2
• Mol File: 71990-01-7.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 243.7ºCat 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 101.2 ºC
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.403 g/cm³
• CAS DataBase Reference: (trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: (trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid(71990-01-7)
• EPA Substance Registry System: (trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid(71990-01-7)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 71990-01-7(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, also known as 2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C8H5F3O2. It is a derivative of benzoic acid, with a trifluoromethyl group attached to the aromatic ring. (trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid is commonly used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals due to its unique electronic and steric properties. It is also a useful building block for the preparation of fluorine-containing compounds. (Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid is a white crystalline solid with a melting point of 164-165°C, and it is sparingly soluble in water but soluble in polar organic solvents such as methanol and acetone. It is important to handle and store this compound with proper safety precautions due to its potential to cause irritation and burns upon contact with skin and eyes. Overall, (trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid plays a crucial role in the field of organic chemistry, particularly in the development of fluorine-containing compounds for various applications.