| Formula / Notation | C2HF3O2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 76-05-1 |
| Molecular Weight | 114.02 |
| Melting Point | -15.4 °C |
| Boiling Point | 72.4 °C |
| Density | 1.531 at 20 °C |
| Solubility | Miscible with ether, acetone, ethanol, benzene, carbon tetrachloride, hexane. |
| Appearance | Trifluoroacetic acid appears as a colorless fuming liquid with a pungent odor. Soluble in water and denser than water. Corrosive to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Used to make other chemicals and... |
| Also Known As | 2,2,2-trifluoroacetic acid; 76-05-1; Perfluoroacetic acid; Trifluoracetic acid; Trifluoroethanoic acid; Acetic acid, trifluoro-; Kyselina trifluoroctova; Acetic acid, 2,2,2-trifluoro-; DTXSID9041578; E5R8Z4G708 |
| Category | Acids |
What is Trifluoroacetic acid?
Trifluoroacetic acid is a monocarboxylic acid that is the trifluoro derivative of acetic acid. It has a role as a reagent and a human xenobiotic metabolite. It is functionally related to an acetic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a trifluoroacetate.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 2,2,2-trifluoroacetic acid
Other Names / Synonyms: 2,2,2-trifluoroacetic acid; 76-05-1; Perfluoroacetic acid; Trifluoracetic acid; Trifluoroethanoic acid; Acetic acid, trifluoro-; Kyselina trifluoroctova; Acetic acid, 2,2,2-trifluoro-; DTXSID9041578; E5R8Z4G708
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -15.4 °C |
| Boiling Point | 72.4 °C |
| Density | 1.531 at 20 °C |
| Molecular Weight | 114.02 |
| Solubility | Miscible with ether, acetone, ethanol, benzene, carbon tetrachloride, hexane. |
| Appearance | Trifluoroacetic acid appears as a colorless fuming liquid with a pungent odor. Soluble in water and denser than water. Corrosive to skin, eyes and mucous membranes. Used to make other chemicals and... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Trifluoroacetic acid is a monocarboxylic acid that is the trifluoro derivative of acetic acid. It has a role as a reagent and a human xenobiotic metabolite. It is functionally related to an acetic acid. It is a conjugate acid of a trifluoroacetate.
Used in industrial chemical synthesis, fertilizer production, battery electrolytes, metal processing, and laboratory acid-base reactions.
Corrosive. Causes severe burns to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. Wear appropriate PPE including gloves, goggles, and lab coat. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Trifluoroacetic acid is: C2HF3O2