Description

2-Fluoro-4-(Trifluoromethoxy)-Dl-Phenylalanine, 97% is a fluorinated derivative of the amino acid phenylalanine, characterized by its unique trifluoromethoxy and fluorine substituents. This compound is a valuable non-natural amino acid building block, prized for its ability to impart metabolic stability and modulate the physicochemical properties of target molecules. It is primarily utilized by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and advanced intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced pesticides and herbicides where the fluorine atoms enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Peptide Chemistry: Incorporated into custom peptides to study structure-activity relationships (SAR) and to develop peptide-based therapeutics with improved pharmacokinetic profiles.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Serves as a building block for labeling reagents and molecular probes used in biochemical assays and imaging studies.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the synthesis of specialized polymers and advanced organic materials with unique electronic or surface properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Fluoro-4-(Trifluoromethoxy)-Dl-Phenylalanine, 97%
CAS No.	1391008-15-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₀H₉F₄NO₃
Molecular Weight	267.18 g/mol
Synonyms	DL-2-Fluoro-4-(trifluoromethoxy)phenylalanine; (±)-2-Amino-3-[2-fluoro-4-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl]propanoic acid; 2-Fluoro-4-trifluoromethoxy-DL-phenylalanine; F-Tfm-Phe-OH; 4-(Trifluoromethoxy)-2-fluorophenylalanine; 2-F-4-TFMP; (RS)-2-Amino-3-(2-fluoro-4-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl)propanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-Fluoro-4-(Trifluoromethoxy)-Dl-Phenylalanine is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the specified 97% minimum purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are available upon request to support your regulatory and R&D documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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