Description

Trichloroacrylic Acid CAS NO 2257-35-4 is a halogenated carboxylic acid characterized by its strong acidity and reactive acrylic double bond. This unique structure makes it a valuable and versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by research and development laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors for constructing complex molecular frameworks.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its reactive sites for ring formation and side-chain incorporation.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Employed in the research and production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for introducing the trichloromethyl group or serving as a precursor for other functional groups.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used in academic and industrial R&D for various reactions, including cycloadditions, halogenation sequences, and as a precursor for other acrylic acid derivatives.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for creating specialty polymers with specific properties like flame retardancy or chemical resistance.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a standard or starting material in methodological studies and for the development of new synthetic pathways in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trichloroacrylic Acid
CAS No.	2257-35-4
Molecular Formula	C3HCl3O2
Molecular Weight	175.39 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2,3-Trichloroacrylic Acid; Trichloropropenoic Acid; (Z)-2,2,3-Trichloroacrylic Acid; 2,2,3-Trichloro-2-propenoic Acid; TCA; NSC 403697; Perchloroacrylic Acid (common name)
EINECS	218-847-6

Quality Control

Our Trichloroacrylic Acid is produced and handled under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing specifications for assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics is supplied with every shipment to guarantee it meets your precise research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, ensure containers are kept upright and sealed when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	74°C - 78°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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