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4-Fluorobenzotrifluoride

4-Fluorobenzotrifluoride chemical structure
CAS Number402-44-8
FormulaFC6H4CF3
Mol. Weight164.10 g/mol

What is 4-Fluorobenzotrifluoride?

4-Fluorobenzotrifluoride is a chemical compound with CAS number 402-44-8 and molecular formula FC6H4CF3. It is used in various industrial and research applications.

Applications

4-Fluorobenzotrifluoride was used in the synthesis of:
• 2,2′-bis(trifluoromethylphenoxy)biphenyl via nucleophilic aromatic substitution reaction with 2,2′-biphenol1
• (S)-fluoxetine, potent inhibitor of neuronal serotonin-uptake2
• 1-aryloxy-2-substituted aminomethyltetrahydronaphthalene derivatives3

Specifications

Linear Formula

FC6H4CF3

Molecular Weight

164.10 g/mol

Assay/Purity

98%

Boiling Point

102-105 °C(lit.)

Density

1.293 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)

Safety Information

GHS02GHS02
GHS07GHS07
Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

H225-H315-H319-H335

Precautionary Statements

P210-P261-P305 + P351 + P338

Required PPE

Eyeshields, Faceshields, full-face respirator (US), Gloves, multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US), type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter

Melting Point

−42-−41.7 °C(lit.)

EC Number

206-944-1

WGK Germany

3

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