Description

4-Fluoro-2-(Trifluoromethoxy)Phenylacetic Acid, 97% is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique trifluoromethoxy and acetic acid functional groups, which are critical for modulating the physicochemical properties of target molecules. It is primarily sought after by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for introducing fluorine atoms to improve metabolic stability and membrane permeability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the fluorinated phenylacetic acid moiety enhances biological activity.
• Liquid Crystal Material Precursor: Serves as a building block for fluorinated liquid crystal compounds used in display technologies.
• Organic Electronic Material Research: Employed in the synthesis of novel organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Used in universities and research institutes for methodological studies in fluorination chemistry and cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-2-(Trifluoromethoxy)Phenylacetic Acid, 97%
CAS No.	1323966-19-3
Molecular Formula	C9H6F4O3
Molecular Weight	238.14 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Fluoro-2-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl)acetic acid; [4-Fluoro-2-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl]acetic acid; 4-Fluoro-2-(trifluoromethoxy)benzeneacetic acid; α-(4-Fluoro-2-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl)acetic acid; F-TFM-PAA; 4-F-2-TFMPA; FTMPA; Contact for additional trade names.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our 4-Fluoro-2-(Trifluoromethoxy)Phenylacetic Acid is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee a minimum purity of 97% (typically by HPLC), with comprehensive identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting purity, impurities, and physical characteristics to ensure it meets your specific research or production requirements.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
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.