Description

2-Methyl-2-[4-(Trifluoromethoxy)Phenyl]Propanoic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional organic compound featuring a trifluoromethoxy-substituted aromatic ring. This structure makes it a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical synthesis teams for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of novel Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for developing new-generation herbicides and pesticides, leveraging the stability imparted by the trifluoromethoxy group.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Used as a building block in the synthesis of specialty organic electronic materials due to its aromatic and fluorinated components.
• Polymer Science: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the production of specialty polymers with enhanced chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Organic Synthesis & Catalysis: Employed as a reagent or ligand precursor in various catalytic reactions and complex organic transformations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-2-[4-(Trifluoromethoxy)Phenyl]Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	1260795-43-4
Molecular Formula	C11H11F3O3
Molecular Weight	248.20 g/mol
Synonyms	α,α-Dimethyl-4-(trifluoromethoxy)benzeneacetic Acid; 2-[4-(Trifluoromethoxy)phenyl]-2-methylpropanoic Acid; 4-(Trifluoromethoxy)-α,α-dimethylbenzenecetic Acid; p-(Trifluoromethoxy)hydratropic Acid; 2-Methyl-2-(4-trifluoromethoxyphenyl)propionic Acid; TFMPA Derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Methyl-2-[4-(Trifluoromethoxy)Phenyl]Propanoic Acid adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your synthesis workflows. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP and ISO compliant manufacturing environments.

Storage

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

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%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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