CheckVegan

Is Trifluoroacetic Acid vegan?

Trifluoroacetic Acid

Vegan Vegan
Vegetarian Vegetarian

Trifluoroacetic Acid (TFA) is a synthetic organofluorine compound with the formula CF3CO2H, an ultrashort-chain perfluoroalkyl acid widely used in organic chemistry and not produced through biological processes.

INCI name Trifluoroacetic Acid
CAS number 76-05-1
EC number 200-929-3
CosIng ID 98756
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.

Classifications are made to the best of our knowledge based on available scientific and regulatory sources. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of every entry, errors in the sources we draw from can always occur. This tool also cannot account for cross-contamination, which depends entirely on individual suppliers and producers. If you believe a classification is incorrect, you can report an issue.

Report an issue