Description

(Trifluoro-m-Tolyl)Acetic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its trifluoromethyl-substituted phenylacetic acid structure, which imparts unique electronic and steric properties to target molecules. It serves as a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, enabling the development of novel active ingredients with enhanced metabolic stability and bioavailability.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of anti-inflammatory and central nervous system (CNS) drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the manufacture of fluorinated liquid crystals for high-performance displays.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a starting material for electron-transport or host materials in OLED devices.
• Advanced Material Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for creating novel polymers and functional materials with specific fluorinated properties.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A vital reagent for fine chemical and custom synthesis houses serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Trifluoro-m-Tolyl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	252873-46-4
Molecular Formula	C9H5F3O2
Molecular Weight	202.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl)acetic Acid; 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzeneacetic Acid; m-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic Acid; α-(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)acetic Acid; (3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)acetic Acid; 3-Trifluoromethylbenzeneacetic Acid; 2-[3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (Trifluoro-m-Tolyl)Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of our global clientele. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity.

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%

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