3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, 98% 115754-21-7

About 3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, 98%

3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid is a fluorinated building block carrying the CAS registry number 115754-21-7 with a typical assay of 98%. The compound has the formula C8H4F4O2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 208.11 g/mol. Alternative names: Benzoic acid, 3-fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)- and 3-fluoro-4-trifluoromethylbenzoic acid.

In its supplied form it is white to light yellow powder or crystals. Key physical data: a melting point of 176 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and agrochemical production.

We offer 3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid in 1 g, 5 g and 25 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-010615
CAS Number	115754-21-7
IUPAC name	3-fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₄F₄O₂
Molecular weight	208.11 g/mol
Exact mass	208.0147
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29329900
InChIKey	HRIHSNPFVGMAKX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=C(C=C1C(=O)O)F)C(F)(F)F
PubChem CID	688293

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to light yellow powder or crystals
Melting point	176 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 6
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	Benzoic acid, 3-fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-, 3-fluoro-4-trifluoromethylbenzoic acid, 3-Fluoro-4(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, 3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic aicd, 3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoicAcid, 3-Fluoro-4-(trifluor, alpha,alpha,alpha,3-Tetrafluoro-p-toluic Acid, 3-fluoro-4-trifluoromethyl-benzoic acid, 3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, 98%

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, 98% is 115754-21-7. It is also known as Benzoic acid, 3-fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-, 3-fluoro-4-trifluoromethylbenzoic acid, 3-Fluoro-4(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, 98%?

3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, 98% has the molecular formula C8H4F4O2 and a molecular weight of 208.11 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3-fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, 98% can I order?

We supply 3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, 98% in (98%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 3-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.