2,4,5-Trifluorobenzoic acid

CAS: 446-17-3

Ref. 3D-FT38614

Product Information

• Name: 2,4,5-Trifluorobenzoic acid
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 2,4,5-Trifluorobenzoic acid is a synthetic compound that is used as an organic solvent. It has been detected in the environment at low concentrations, but can be detected by gas chromatography. 2,4,5-Trifluorobenzoic acid is also used in the synthesis of fluoroquinolones and other pharmaceuticals. The detection time for 2,4,5-trifluorobenzoic acid is about one day. This compound can be decarboxylated to produce benzoic acid and hydrogen fluoride (HF). 2,4,5-Trifluorobenzoic acid decomposes to form chlorine gas when heated with hydrochloric acid or sodium hypochlorite. This substance reacts with copper oxide and forms copper trifluoride. Analytical methods for this compound include ionisation mass spectrometry and expressed gas analysis.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 176.09 g/mol
• Formula: C₇H₃F₃O₂
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Powder