| Agent Name |
Trifluoroacetic acid |
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| Alternative Name |
Perfluoroacetic acid |
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| CAS Number |
76-05-1 |
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| Formula |
C2-H-F3-O2 |
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| Major Category |
Other Chemicals |
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| Synonyms |
Perfluoroacetic acid; TFA; Trifluoroacetic acid; Trifluoroethanoic acid; [ChemFinder] |
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| Category |
Other Halogenated Compounds |
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| Description |
Colorless liquid with a sharp odor; [NJ-HSFS] |
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| Sources/Uses |
Used in synthesis of organic chemicals; [Merck Index] Used as a laboratory solvent and catalyst; [NJ-HSFS] |
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| Comments |
Corrosive to skin; [Quick CPC] Inhaling trifluoroacetic acid is irritating to the nose and throat; it may cause coughing and shortness of breath; [NJ-HSFS] |
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| Exposure Assessment |
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| Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
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| Vapor Pressure |
107 mm Hg |
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| Adverse Effects |
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| Dermatotoxin |
Skin Burns |
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