Description

4-Fluoro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Cinnamic Acid is a high-value fluorinated cinnamic acid derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both fluorine and trifluoromethyl groups, makes it indispensable for modulating the physicochemical properties of target molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for anti-inflammatory and oncology applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides and pesticides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Used in the research and production of fluorinated liquid crystals for display technologies.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as an intermediate for electron-transport or emissive layer materials.
• Advanced Material Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D to create polymers and functional materials with specific electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for developing fluorescent tags or molecular probes due to its fluorinated aromatic system.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluoro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Cinnamic Acid
CAS No.	243977-21-1
Molecular Formula	C10H6F4O2
Molecular Weight	234.15 g/mol
Synonyms	(E)-3-[4-Fluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acrylic Acid; 4-Fluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)cinnamic acid; 2-(Trifluoromethyl)-4-fluorocinnamic Acid; (E)-3-(4-Fluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)-2-propenoic Acid; 4-Fluoro-α-(trifluoromethyl)cinnamic Acid; 3-(4-Fluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)propenoic Acid; FTCA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Fluoro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)Cinnamic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and compliance with your project requirements. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), including purity assay and impurity profiles, is available for each lot upon request.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.