Compound Q&A
What regulatory guidelines apply to 2-Chloro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid (CAS: 657-06-7)?
Answer
2-Chloro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid (CAS: 657-06-7) is regulated under the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) as a hazardous substance due to its corrosive properties. It must comply with the REACH regulations in the European Union, which require documentation and registration for substances above a certain tonnage. Additionally, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in the United States have specific requirements for the handling and disposal of this chemical.
About
CAS No
657-06-7
English Name
2-Chloro-5-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoic Acid
Molecular Formula
C8H4ClF3O2
Molecular Weight
224.56 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C=C1C(F)(F)F)C(=O)O)Cl
InChIKey
WLXRKCGYQAKHSJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-14 19:01
