4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid

Name: 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-049519

About 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid, a fluorinated building block registered under CAS number 455-24-3. Formula C8H5F3O2, molecular weight 190.12 g/mol. It is also known as p-Trifluoromethylbenzoic acid or Benzoic acid, 4-(trifluoromethyl)-.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. 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. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and agrochemical production.

We offer 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation. Custom pack sizes, bulk quantities and specific analytical data can be arranged on request.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-049519
CAS Number	455-24-3
IUPAC name	4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid
Molecular formula	C₈H₅F₃O₂
Molecular weight	190.12 g/mol
Exact mass	190.0242
InChIKey	SWKPKONEIZGROQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC(=CC=C1C(=O)O)C(F)(F)F
PubChem CID	9966

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	3.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 5
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	p-Trifluoromethylbenzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 4-(trifluoromethyl)-, Para-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid, 4-TFMBA, alpha,alpha,alpha-Trifluoro-p-toluic acid, p-trifluoroformylbenzoic acid, .alpha.,.alpha.,.alpha.-trifluoro-p-toluic acid, 3AE, paratrifluoromethylbenzoic 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 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid?

The CAS Registry Number of 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid is 455-24-3. It is also known as p-Trifluoromethylbenzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 4-(trifluoromethyl)-, Para-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid?

4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid has the molecular formula C8H5F3O2 and a molecular weight of 190.12 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid can I order?

We supply 4-(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-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid?

Yes. Every lot of 4-(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-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. 4-(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.