4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol
CAS Number349-95-1
FormulaCF3C6H4CH2OH
Mol. Weight176.14 g/mol
4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol
What is 4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol?
4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol is a chemical compound with CAS number 349-95-1 and molecular formula CF3C6H4CH2OH. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
4-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol was used:
• in the synthesis of highly electron-poor fluorine-containing alkenes1
• as a reagent in kinetic studies of phosphonoformate prodrugs2 and aquachromium (IV)3
Specifications
Linear Formula
CF3C6H4CH2OH
Molecular Weight
176.14 g/mol
Assay/Purity
98%
Boiling Point
78-80 °C/4 mmHg(lit.)
Density
1.286 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Safety Information
GHS07Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
H315-H319-H335
Precautionary Statements
P261-P305 + P351 + P338
Required PPE
Eyeshields, full-face respirator (US), Gloves, multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US), type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter
EC Number
206-494-6
WGK Germany
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