Description

2-[2-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]Propanoic Acid is a high-value fluorinated aromatic propionic acid derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in modern synthetic chemistry. Its core value lies in the unique reactivity and stability imparted by the trifluoromethyl group, enabling the synthesis of complex molecules with enhanced properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors seeking to incorporate fluorine motifs into target structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in anti-inflammatory and analgesic drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and pesticides, where the trifluoromethyl group can improve biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated components in electronic display materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Advanced Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorine-containing side chains into polymers, enhancing their chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Acts as a versatile reagent in coupling reactions and as a ligand precursor in catalytic systems for fine chemical manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-[2-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	1080023-02-4
Molecular Formula	C10H9F3O2
Molecular Weight	218.17 g/mol
Synonyms	α-Methyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzeneacetic Acid; 2-(2-Trifluoromethylphenyl)propionic Acid; 2-Methyl-2-(2-trifluoromethylphenyl)acetic Acid; o-(Trifluoromethyl)hydratropic Acid; 2-(α,α,α-Trifluoro-o-tolyl)propionic Acid; (RS)-2-[2-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl]propanoic Acid; (±)-2-[2-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl]propanoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-[2-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]Propanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for advanced R&D and scale-up processes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.