Molekula
4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid
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4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid is an aromatic carboxylic acid featuring a trifluoromethyl group, widely used in pharmaceutical synthesis, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers for its unique reactivity and lipophilicity. It serves as a key intermediate in the production of APIs, fluorinated dyes, and high-performance materials. This compound has a CAS number of 455-24-3, a molecular formula of CF3C6H4CO2H, and a molecular weight of 190.12 g/mol. It is stable at ambient storage conditions with a signal word of "Warning" for handling. Molekula supplies 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystal powder |
| Melting Point | 220.0-223.0°C |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | ≥99% |
| Moisture | ≤0.20% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90032221 |
| CAS Number | 455-24-3 |
| IUPAC Name | 4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid |
| EC Number | 207-242-8 |
| Molecular Formula | CF3C6H4CO2H |
| Molecular Weight | 190.12 |
| Exact Mass | 190.0242 |
| SMILES | C1=CC(=CC=C1C(=O)O)C(F)(F)F |
| InChIKey | SWKPKONEIZGROQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H5F3O2/c9-8(10,11)6-3-1-5(2-4-6)7(12)13/h1-4H,(H,12,13) |
| PubChem CID | 9966 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2916397900 |
| Tariff Code | 2916399090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+330 IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 3AE
- 4-TFMBA
- alpha,alpha,alpha-Trifluoro-p-toluic acid
- Benzoic acid, 4-(trifluoromethyl)-
- Enamine_005626
- NCIOpen2_001327
- P-CARBOXYBENZOTRIFLUORIDE
- p-trifluoroformylbenzoic acid
- p-Trifluoromethylbenzoic acid
- Para-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid
Frequently asked questions
What is 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid commonly used for?
It is primarily used as a building block in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and as a fluorinated intermediate for liquid crystals and specialty polymers.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid?
The chemical formula is **CF₃C₆H₄CO₂H**, and the molecular weight is **190.12 g/mol**.
How should 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grades or purity levels of 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **high-purity (98%+)** analytical and synthesis-grade 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid.
Can Molekula supply 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid in bulk quantities?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request—contact our sales team for custom packaging and pricing.
What documentation comes with an order of 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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