3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid

Name: 3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-040717

About 3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid

3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid (CAS 351-35-9) is a fluorinated building block offered by Vaqora Chemicals. With the molecular formula C9H7F3O2, it has a molar mass of 204.15 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic acid. Alternative names: Benzeneacetic acid, 3-(trifluoromethyl)- and 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzeneacetic acid.

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. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and agrochemical production.

Available in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, 3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-040717
CAS Number	351-35-9
IUPAC name	2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic acid
Molecular formula	C₉H₇F₃O₂
Molecular weight	204.15 g/mol
Exact mass	204.0398
InChIKey	BLXXCCIBGGBDHI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=CC(=C1)C(F)(F)F)CC(=O)O
PubChem CID	67695

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	2.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 5
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	Benzeneacetic acid, 3-(trifluoromethyl)-, 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzeneacetic acid, (alpha,alpha,alpha-Trifluoro-3-tolyl)acetic acid, (alpha,alpha,alpha-Trifluoro-m-tolyl)acetic acid, (.alpha.,.alpha.,.alpha.-Trifluoro-m-tolyl)acetic acid, 2-(3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)acetic acid, (a,a,a-trifluoro-m-tolyl)acetic acid, m-Trifluoromethylphenylacetic acid, 3'-Trifluoromethylbenzenacetic acid

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-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid?

The CAS Registry Number of 3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid is 351-35-9. It is also known as Benzeneacetic acid, 3-(trifluoromethyl)-, 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzeneacetic acid, (alpha,alpha,alpha-Trifluoro-3-tolyl)acetic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid?

3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid has the molecular formula C9H7F3O2 and a molecular weight of 204.15 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid can I order?

We supply 3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic 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 3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid?

Yes. Every lot of 3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic 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 3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. 3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic 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.