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3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid
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3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid is an organic compound primarily used as a versatile building block in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis. This chemical is identified by CAS number 454-92-2 and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 90035925
- CAS Number
- 454-92-2
- IUPAC Name
- 3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid
- EC Number
- 207-230-2
- Exact Mass
- 190.0242
- SMILES
- C1=CC(=CC(=C1)C(F)(F)F)C(=O)O
- InChIKey
- FQXQBFUUVCDIRK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C8H5F3O2/c9-8(10,11)6-3-1-2-5(4-6)7(12)13/h1-4H,(H,12,13)
- PubChem CID
- 9963
Synonyms
- 3-Carboxybenzotrifluoride
- 3-TFM
- 3-TFMBA
- 3-Trifluoromethylbenzoate
- alpha,alpha,alpha-Trifluoro-m-toluic acid
- Benzoic acid, 3-(trifluoromethyl)-
- m-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid
- m-CARBOXYBENZOTRIFLUORIDE
- m-Toluic acid, alpha,alpha,alpha-trifluoro-
- meta-trifluoromethylbenzoate
Frequently asked questions
What is 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid used for?
It is primarily used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other specialty organic compounds.
What are the chemical formula and molecular weight of 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid?
The chemical formula is C8H5F3O2 and the molecular weight is 190.12 g/mol.
How should 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid be stored?
It should be stored in a cool, dry place in a tightly closed container, away from incompatible substances.
What grade of 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid is available?
Please contact our sales team or check the product page on our website for current purity specifications and available grades.
Can Molekula supply 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid in bulk?
Yes, we can supply this product in various quantities ranging from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.
What documentation comes with the order?
Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.