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Chlorinated and fluorinated solvents

Trifluoromethoxymethane

Also known as Trifluoromethyl methyl ether, trifluoro(methoxy)methane, Methane, trifluoromethoxy-

CAS 421-14-7Formula C2H3F3OMolar mass 100.04 g/mol
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Trifluoromethoxymethane chemical structure, C2H3F3O, CAS 421-14-7
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
421-14-7
Formula
C2H3F3O
Molar mass
100.04 g/mol
HS code
290919
Category
Chlorinated and fluorinated solvents

What is Trifluoromethoxymethane?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Trifluoromethoxymethane is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C2H3F3O and a molar mass of 100.04 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 421-14-7. The IUPAC name is trifluoro(methoxy)methane.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
trifluoro(methoxy)methane
CAS number
421-14-7 CAS number cross-checked
Molecular formula
C2H3F3O
MDL number
MFCD01320773
InChIKey
JRHMNRMPVRXNOS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C2H3F3O/c1-6-2(3,4)5/h1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
COC(F)(F)F

Synonyms

  • Trifluoromethyl methyl ether
  • trifluoro(methoxy)methane
  • Methane, trifluoromethoxy-
  • Methyl trifluoromethyl ether
  • Trifluoromethoxymethone
  • Methyl perfluoromethyl ether
  • Ether, methyl trifluoromethyl
  • Methane,trifluoromethoxy-
  • (Trifluoromethoxy)methane, 1,1,1-Trifluoro-2-oxapropane

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
100.04 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
100.0136 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
1.15calc.
Topological polar surface area
9.23 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
0calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
1calc.
Rotatable bonds
0calc.
Heavy atoms
6calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Trifluoromethoxymethane is traded under.

HS 2909.19Indicative HS code

Acyclic ethers and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives…

World exports in 2024
$10.2B
−8.7% vs 2023, imports $10.4B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. United States32.0%
  2. China22.3%
  3. Saudi Arabia12.9%
Top importers
  1. Singapore16.5%
  2. Mexico14.8%
  3. Japan14.8%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Trifluoromethoxymethane is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Trifluoromethoxymethane?

Trifluoromethoxymethane is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C2H3F3O and a molar mass of 100.04 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 421-14-7. The IUPAC name is trifluoro(methoxy)methane.

What is the CAS number of Trifluoromethoxymethane?

The CAS registry number of Trifluoromethoxymethane is 421-14-7.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Trifluoromethoxymethane?

The molecular formula of Trifluoromethoxymethane is C2H3F3O and its molar mass is 100.04 g/mol.

Is Trifluoromethoxymethane hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Trifluoromethoxymethane is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Trifluoromethoxymethane?

Trifluoromethoxymethane is usually classified under HS code 290919 (Acyclic ethers and their halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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