TFAC is a colorless gas with a pungent odor. It is easily hydrolysed, fumes in air and is easily soluble in organic solvents.
Delivery and handling
TFAC is supplied in pressure cylinders. By hydrolysis, TFAC is converted to trifluoroacetic acid and hydrochloric acid. For this reason skin contact and inhalation of vapors have to be avoided. Affected parts of the body must be immediately rinsed with a lot of running water and diluted sodium carbonate solution. Care should be taken to ensure adequate ventilation of the working area.
TFAC is a colorless gas with a pungent odor. It is easily hydrolysed, fumes in air and is easily soluble in organic solvents.
