4-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid

Name: 4-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-049711

About 4-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid

Listed under CAS 1737-36-6, 4-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid is a fluorinated building block available from Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula C8H4ClF3O2, it has a molar mass of 224.56 g/mol. Common synonyms include Benzoic acid, 4-chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)- and 3-trifluoromethyl-4-chlorobenzoic acid.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and agrochemical production.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 4-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-049711
CAS Number	1737-36-6
IUPAC name	4-chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₄ClF₃O₂
Molecular weight	224.56 g/mol
Exact mass	223.9852
InChIKey	PPHHAZOVVZBSCM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=C(C=C1C(=O)O)C(F)(F)F)Cl
PubChem CID	2773857

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	3.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 5
TPSA	37.3 Å²

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 4-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid is 1737-36-6. It is also known as Benzoic acid, 4-chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)-, 4-Chloro-alpha,alpha,alpha-trifluoro-m-toluic Acid, 3-trifluoromethyl-4-chlorobenzoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid?

4-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid has the molecular formula C8H4ClF3O2 and a molecular weight of 224.56 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid can I order?

We supply 4-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 4-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid?

Yes. Every lot of 4-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid 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 4-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid 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.