(Trifluoromethyl)benzene

HCID 7368CAS 98-08-8

Basic information

Standard SMILES
FC(F)(F)c1ccccc1
InChIKey
GETTZEONDQJALK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Molecular formula
C7H5F3
Average molar mass
146.11 g/mol
Monoisotopic mass
146.03433465

Names & identifiers

Preferred name
(Trifluoromethyl)benzene
IUPAC
trifluoromethylbenzene
English name
Benzotrifluoride
Molecular formula
C7H5F3
Molecular weight
146.11

Names & synonyms

BENZOTRIFLUORIDE98-08-8(Trifluoromethyl)benzeneTrifluoromethylbenzenePhenylfluoroformBenzene, (trifluoromethyl)-Benzylidyne fluorideBenzenyl fluorideUSAF MA-16Toluene trifluorideomega-TrifluorotolueneUN2338
Show more names
α,α,α-TrifluorotolueneTRIFLUORO TOLUENEA,A,A-TRIFLUOROTOLUENEBenzotrifluoideTriflorotolueneBENZOTRIFLOURIDEBenzenyltrifluoride(TRIFLUOROMETHYL)-BENZENEBenzene,(trifluoromethyl)-ALPHA,ALPHA,ALPHA-TRIFLUOROTOLUENE
DTXSID2024589Toluene, alpha,alpha,alpha-trifluoro-NSC-8038DTXCID40458949R6421K89CHEBI:368101',1',1'-TRIFLUOROTOLUENEUN-2338

Database identifiers

CAS
98-08-8
PubChem CID
7368
DTXSID
DTXSID2024589
ChEMBL
CHEMBL15897
ChEBI
CHEBI:36810
UNII
49R6421K89
EC Number
202-635-0
Nikkaji
J4.734A

Properties

Computed structural properties

XLogP
3
Topological polar surface area
0 Ų
Hydrogen bond donors
0
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3
Rotatable bonds
0
Heavy atoms
10

Experimental & physicochemical properties

OdorAROMATIC ODOR
Density · 3 items

1.1812 at 77 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink

1.1886 @ 20 °C

1.189 @ 20°C

Color/FormWATER WHITE LIQUID
Solubility · 4 items

less than 1 mg/mL at 70 °F (NTP, 1992)

SOL IN ALL PROPORTIONS IN ETHANOL, BENZENE, ETHER, ACETONE

Miscible in n-heptane, carbon tetrachloride.

Water solubility = 451.5 mg/L at 25 °C

Flash Point · 2 items

54 °F (NTP, 1992)

54 °F (12 °C) (CLOSED CUP)

Boiling Point · 3 items

208 to 210 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)

103.46 °C

102.1 °C @760 [mm Hg]

Physicochemical properties

Melting point
29 °C · −29 °C(lit.)
Boiling point
102 °C · 102 °C(lit.)
Density
1.19 g/mL · 1.19 g/mL at 20 °C(lit.)
vapor density
5.04 · 5.04
vapor pressure
53 hPa · 53 hPa (25 °C)
refractive index
20 · n20/D 1.414(lit.)

Safety & regulation

GHS classification

GHS Classification · 6 items

Danger

H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor [Danger Flammable liquids];H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects [Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard]

P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P273, P280, P303+P361+P353, P370+P378, P391, P403+P235, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement)

Danger

Hazard information

Regulatory Information · 3 items

Status: Active Update: 05-03-2021 https://echa.europa.eu/registration-dossier/-/registered-dossier/29639;Status: Active Update: 16-10-2019 https://echa.europa.eu/registration-dossier/-/registered-dossier/29713

Benzene, (trifluoromethyl)-: Does not have an individual approval but may be used under an appropriate group standard

The New Jersey Worker and Community Right to Know Act requires public and private employers to provide information about hazardous substances at their workplaces. (N.J.S.A. 34:5A-1 et. seq.)

DOT LabelFlammable Liquid
Fire Hazards · 2 items

Excerpt from ERG Guide 127 [Flammable Liquids (Water-Miscible)]:;HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames. CAUTION: Ethanol (UN1170) can burn with an invisible flame. Use an alternate method of detection (thermal camera, broom handle, etc.) Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks, etc.). Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers. Those substances designated with a (P) may polymerize explosively when heated or involved in a fire. Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard. Containers may explode when heated. Many liquids will float on water. (ERG, 2024)

· HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames.;CAUTION: Ethanol (UN1170) can burn with an invisible flame. Use an alternate method of detection (thermal camera, broom handle, etc.);· Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air.;· Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back.;· Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks, etc.).;· Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers.;· Those substances designated with a (P) may polymerize explosively when heated or involved in a fire.;· Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard.;· Containers may explode when heated.;· Many liquids will float on water.

Health Hazards · 2 items

Excerpt from ERG Guide 127 [Flammable Liquids (Water-Miscible)]:;Inhalation or contact with material may irritate or burn skin and eyes. Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. Vapors may cause dizziness or asphyxiation, especially when in closed or confined areas. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause environmental contamination. (ERG, 2024)

· Inhalation or contact with material may irritate or burn skin and eyes.;· Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.;· Vapors may cause dizziness or asphyxiation, especially when in closed or confined areas.;· Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause environmental contamination.

Hazards SummaryMay cause irritation or burns to skin and eyes; [CAMEO] An irritant; Effects in high-dose animal studies include general anesthesia; [MSDSonline]
DOT ID and Guide2338 127

Safety & protection

Fire Fighting · 1 item

Excerpt from ERG Guide 127 [Flammable Liquids (Water-Miscible)]:;CAUTION: The majority of these products have a very low flash point. Use of water spray when fighting fire may be inefficient. CAUTION: For fire involving UN1170, UN1987 or UN3475, alcohol-resistant foam should be used. CAUTION: Ethanol (UN1170) can burn with an invisible flame. Use an alternate method of detection (thermal camera, broom handle, etc.).;SMALL FIRE: Dry chemical, CO2, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam.;LARGE FIRE: Water spray, fog or alcohol-resistant foam. Avoid aiming straight or solid streams directly onto the product. If it can be done safely, move undamaged containers away from the area around the fire.;FIRE INVOLVING TANKS, RAIL TANK CARS OR HIGHWAY TANKS: Fight fire from maximum distance or use unmanned master stream devices or monitor nozzles. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out. Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety devices or discoloration of tank. ALWAYS stay away from tanks in direct contact with flames. For massive fire, use unmanned master stream devices or monitor nozzles; if this is impossible, withdraw from area and let fire burn. (ERG, 2024)

Accidental Release Measures · 2 items

· CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper. If shipping paper not available or no answer, refer to appropriate telephone number listed on the inside back cover.;· Keep unauthorized personnel away.;· Stay upwind, uphill and/or upstream.;· Ventilate closed spaces before entering, but only if properly trained and equipped.

· ELIMINATE all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames) from immediate area.;· All equipment used when handling the product must be grounded.;· Do not touch or walk through spilled material.;· Stop leak if you can do it without risk.;· Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas.;· A vapor-suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapors.;· Absorb or cover with dry earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer to containers.;· Use clean, non-sparking tools to collect absorbed material.;Large Spill;· Dike far ahead of liquid spill for later disposal.;· Water spray may reduce vapor, but may not prevent ignition in closed spaces.

First Aid · 2 items

EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.;SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital for treatment after washing the affected areas.;INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used; if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal to that advised under Protective Clothing.;INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Corrosive chemicals will destroy the membranes of the mouth, throat, and esophagus and volatile chemicals have a high risk of being aspirated into the victim's lungs during vomiting. Thus, the risk of increasing the medical problems by inducing vomiting of a volatile corrosive chemical is very high. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. (NTP, 1992)

General First Aid:;· Call 911 or emergency medical service.;· Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, take precautions to protect themselves and avoid contamination.;· Move victim to fresh air if it can be done safely.;· Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.;· If victim is not breathing:;-- DO NOT perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation; the victim may have ingested or inhaled the substance.;-- If equipped and pulse detected, wash face and mouth, then give artificial respiration using a proper respiratory medical device (bag-valve mask, pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other device).;-- If no pulse detected or no respiratory medical device available, provide continuous compressions. Conduct a pulse check every two minutes or monitor for any signs of spontaneous respirations.;· Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes.;· For minor skin contact, avoid spreading material on unaffected skin.;· In case of contact with substance, remove immediately by flushing skin or eyes with running water for at least 20 minutes.;· For severe burns, immediate medical attention is required.;· Effects of exposure (inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact) to substance may be delayed.;· Keep victim calm and warm.;· Keep victim under observation.;· For further assistance, contact your local Poison Control Center.;· Note: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) should be done by trained professionals.;Specific First Aid:;· Wash skin with soap and water.

Firefighting HazardsVapors are heavier than air and may travel to a source of ignition and flash back.
Exposure Control and Personal Protection· Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).;· Structural firefighters' protective clothing provides thermal protection but only limited chemical protection.
Fire Fighting Procedures · 2 items

If material on fire or involved in fire: Do not extinguish fire unless flow can be stopped or safely confined. Use water in flooding quantities as fog. Solid streams of water may be ineffective. Cool all affected containers with flooding quantities of water. Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide. Keep run-off water out of sewers and water sources.

Use water spray, dry chemical, foam, or carbon dioxide. Water may be ineffective. Approach fire from upwind to avoid hazardous vapors and toxic decomposition products. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool.

Toxicology

Environmental Fate · 3 items

TERRESTRIAL FATE: Based on a recommended classification scheme(1), an estimated Koc value of 1030(SRC), determined from an experimental log Kow(2) and a recommended regression-derived equation(3), indicates that benzotrifluoride will have low mobility in soil(SRC). Volatilization of benzotrifluoride may be important from moist soil surfaces(SRC) given an estimated Henry's Law constant of 0.017 atm-cu m/mole(SRC), calculated from experimental values of vapor pressure(4) and water solubility(5), and from dry soil surfaces(SRC) based on an experimental vapor pressure of 38.83 mm Hg(4). Benzotrifluoride will not be susceptible to direct photolysis on soil surfaces based upon its lack of absorption of light at wavelengths >290 nm(6). Biodegradation of benzotriflouride will not be an important fate process in soil according to two aqueous biodegradation tests(7).

AQUATIC FATE: Based on a recommended classification scheme(1), an estimated Koc value of 1030(SRC), determined from an experimental log Kow(2) and a recommended regression-derived equation(3), indicates that benzotrifluoride may adsorb to suspended solids and sediment(SRC) in water. Benzotrifluoride may volatilize from water surfaces based on an estimated Henry's Law constant of 0.017 atm-cu m/mole(SRC), calculated from experimental values of vapor pressure(4) and water solubility(5). Estimated half-lives for a model river and model lake are 3.6 hours and 4.8 days, respectively(3,SRC). Experimental BCF values of 26-54 and 31-58(7) suggest that benzotrifluoride will bioconcentrate in aquatic organisms(SRC) according to a classification scheme(6). Benzotrifluoride will not be susceptible to direct photolysis on water surfaces based upon its lack of absorption of light at wavelengths >290 nm(8). Biodegradation will not be an important fate process in water based on two biodegradation tests(9).

ATMOSPHERIC FATE: According to a suggested classification scheme(1), an experimental vapor pressure of 38.83 mm Hg at 25 °C(2,SRC) indicates that benzotrifluoride will exist in the vapor phase in the ambient atmosphere. Vapor-phase benzotrifluoride is degraded in the atmosphere by reaction with photochemically produced hydroxyl radicals(3); the half-life for this reaction in air is estimated to be about 35 days(3,SRC). Vapor-phase benzotrifluoride is also degraded in the atmosphere by reaction with ozone(4); the half-life for this reaction in air is estimated to be about 6.3 years(4,SRC). Particulate-phase benzotrifluoride may be physically removed from the air by wet and dry deposition(SRC). Benzotrifluoride will not be susceptible to direct photolysis based upon its lack of absorption of light at wavelengths >290 nm(5).

Adverse EffectsNeurotoxin - Acute solvent syndrome;Dermatotoxin - Skin burns.
Effluent Concentrations · 1 item

Benzotrifluoride was detected in Bloody Run Creek water (downstream from the Hyde Park landfill) in Niagara Falls, NY at a level of 0.1-1 ppb or in sediment at a level of 0.5-2 ppm(1). Benzotrifluoride has been detected in one out of 63 industrial effluent samples taken from Ohio, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Louisiana, Kentucky, Delaware, and Texas at a concentration less than 10 ug/L(2).

Soil Adsorption/Mobility · 1 item

The Koc of benzotrifluoride is estimated as approximately 1030(SRC), using an experimental log Kow of 3.01(1) and a regression-derived equation(2,SRC). According to a recommended classification scheme(3), this estimated Koc value suggests that benzotrifluoride has low mobility in soil(SRC).

Human Toxicity ExcerptsTOXIC BY INHALATION.
Artificial Pollution Sources · 1 item

Benzotrifluoride's production and use in dye chemistry(1), high polymer chemistry(1), as a solvent(2), dielectric fluid(2), vulcanizing agent(2), insecticide(2), and as an intermediate for pharmaceuticals(2), may result in its release to the environment through various waste streams(SRC).

Regulatory information

Regulatory Information · 3 items

Status: Active Update: 05-03-2021 https://echa.europa.eu/registration-dossier/-/registered-dossier/29639;Status: Active Update: 16-10-2019 https://echa.europa.eu/registration-dossier/-/registered-dossier/29713

Benzene, (trifluoromethyl)-: Does not have an individual approval but may be used under an appropriate group standard

The New Jersey Worker and Community Right to Know Act requires public and private employers to provide information about hazardous substances at their workplaces. (N.J.S.A. 34:5A-1 et. seq.)

Safety data

wgk
3
tsca
TSCA listed
rtecs
XT9450000
ridadr
UN 2338
hs_code
29049090
Toxicity
LD50 orally in Rabbit: 15000 mg/kg LD50 dermal Rat > 2000 mg/kg

Chemistry & industry

Uses & manufacturing

Uses · 4 items

Used in organic synthesis, dielectric fluids, solvents, and vulcanizing agents; [HSDB]

IN MANUFACTURE OF SUBSTITUTED BENZOTRIFLUORIDES

CHEM INT FOR LAMPREYCIDE, 3-HYDROXY-6-NITROBENZOFLUORIDE; AGENT IN DIELECTRIC FLUIDS; CHEM INT FOR DYES, PHARMACEUTICALS, COMPD USED IN HIGH POLYMER CHEMISTRY & INT IN OTHER MISC APPLICATIONS

SOLVENT; VULCANIZING AGENT; INSECTICIDES

U.S. Imports · 2 items

(1972) 5.36X10+7 GRAMS (PRINCPL CUSTMS DISTS)

(1975) 2.8X10+8 GRAMS (PRINCPL CUSTMS DISTS)

U.S. Production · 2 items

(1972) PROBABLY GREATER THAN 4.54X10+5 GRAMS

(1974) PROBABLY GREATER THAN 4.54X10+5 GRAMS

Methods of Manufacturing · 2 items

PREPARED BY ACTION OF HYDROGEN FLUORIDE ON BENZOTRICHLORIDE

...BY ACTION OF ANTIMONY TRIFLUORIDE ON BENZOTRICHLORIDE

General Manufacturing InformationBenzene, (trifluoromethyl)-: ACTIVE
Applications · 4 items

UsesBenzotrifluoride is a useful alternative solvent for organic reactions currently conducted in dichloromethane and related solvents.

UsesIt is applied as an alternative solvent to dichloromethane, where it has a higher bp. It is used as an intermediate for dyes and pharmaceuticals, as a solvent and a dielectric fluid, a vulcanizing agent.

UsesIn dye chemistry; in the manufacture of substituted benzotrifluorides contg an ethylenic group, used in high polymer chemistry; in dielectric fluids, such as transformer oils.

General DescriptionA clear colorless liquid with an aromatic odor. Flash point of 54°F. Vapors are heavier than air. Insoluble in water and slightly denser than water. May be toxic by inhalation.

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Additional notes · 1 item

DefinitionChEBI: (trifluoromethyl)benzene is a fluorohydrocarbon that is fluoroform in which the hydrogen is substituted by a phenyl group. It has a role as a solvent and an environmental contaminant. It is a fluorohydrocarbon and a member of (trifluoromethyl)benzenes. It derives from a fluoroform.

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