Trifluoroacetic acid, for biochemistry 99%+

Name: Trifluoroacetic acid, for biochemistry 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-001018

About Trifluoroacetic acid, for biochemistry 99%+

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Trifluoroacetic acid (Biochemistry grade), a synthetic reagent registered under CAS number 76-05-1 at a purity of ≥99%. With the molecular formula C2HF3O2, it has a molar mass of 114.02 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2,2,2-trifluoroacetic acid. Common synonyms include TFA and Perfluoroacetic acid.

It is supplied as a liquid. Literature values give a melting point of -15.4 °C and a boiling point of 72.4 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include organic synthesis, reaction development, medicinal chemistry and chromatography. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research.

Available in 100 mL and 1 L packs, Trifluoroacetic acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Reaction development
Medicinal chemistry
Chromatography

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Trifluoroacetic acid, for biochemistry 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-001018
CAS Number	76-05-1
IUPAC name	2,2,2-trifluoroacetic acid
Molecular formula	C₂HF₃O₂
Molecular weight	114.02 g/mol
Exact mass	113.9929
Grade	Biochemistry
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29159090
InChIKey	DTQVDTLACAAQTR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(=O)(C(F)(F)F)O
PubChem CID	6422

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Liquid
Melting point	-15.4 °C
Boiling point	72.4 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	0.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 5
TPSA	37.3 Å²
UN number	UN 2699
Synonyms	TFA, Perfluoroacetic acid, Trifluoracetic acid, Trifluoroethanoic acid, Acetic acid, trifluoro-, Kyselina trifluoroctova, Acetic acid, 2,2,2-trifluoro-, acide trifluoroacetique, Acid, Trifluoroacetic, trifluoroacetic acid (tfa), trifluoroacetic acid . . . %, trifluoro-acetic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H332Harmful if inhaled
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P264, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P363, 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

Other grades of CAS 76-05-1

Synthesis

Trifluoroacetic acid, 99%

CAS: 76-05-1
Formula: C₂HF₃O₂
MW: 114.02 g/mol

VQ-001017

AR

Trifluoroacetic acid, AR ≥99.9%

CAS: 76-05-1
Formula: C₂HF₃O₂
MW: 114.02 g/mol

VQ-045526

HPLC

Trifluoroacetic acid, for HPLC 99.9%

CAS: 76-05-1
Formula: C₂HF₃O₂
MW: 114.02 g/mol

VQ-001019

HPLC / Spectroscopy

Trifluoroacetic acid, for HPLC, for spectroscopy 99.8%

CAS: 76-05-1
Formula: C₂HF₃O₂
MW: 114.02 g/mol

VQ-045521

Spectroscopy

Trifluoroacetic acid, for spectroscopy

CAS: 76-05-1
Formula: C₂HF₃O₂
MW: 114.02 g/mol

VQ-045956

Puriss

Trifluoroacetic acid, puriss 99.5%+

CAS: 76-05-1
Formula: C₂HF₃O₂
MW: 114.02 g/mol

VQ-001020

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Trifluoroacetic acid, for biochemistry 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Trifluoroacetic acid, for biochemistry 99%+ is 76-05-1. It is also known as TFA, Perfluoroacetic acid, Trifluoracetic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Trifluoroacetic acid, for biochemistry 99%+?

Trifluoroacetic acid, for biochemistry 99%+ has the molecular formula C2HF3O2 and a molecular weight of 114.02 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2,2,2-trifluoroacetic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Trifluoroacetic acid, for biochemistry 99%+ can I order?

We supply Trifluoroacetic acid, for biochemistry 99%+ in Biochemistry (≥99%) grade, in 100 mL, 1 L packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Trifluoroacetic acid, for biochemistry 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of Trifluoroacetic acid, for biochemistry 99%+ 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 Trifluoroacetic acid, for biochemistry 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. Trifluoroacetic acid, for biochemistry 99%+ is classified as hazardous (UN 2699), 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.