Description

(3-Trifluoromethyl-Phenoxy)-Acetic Acid is a high-value fluorinated aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its unique trifluoromethylphenoxy moiety, which imparts desirable properties like enhanced metabolic stability and lipophilicity to target molecules. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting inflammation, CNS disorders, and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the CF3 group improves efficacy and environmental profile.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated components for electronic display and lighting technologies.
• Advanced Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce fluorine-containing side chains into polymers, enhancing their chemical resistance, thermal stability, and surface properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D settings.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied for bespoke synthesis projects requiring high-purity, specialized fluorinated intermediates.

Basic Information

Product Name	(3-Trifluoromethyl-Phenoxy)-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	349-82-6
Molecular Formula	C9H7F3O3
Molecular Weight	220.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenoxyacetic Acid; α-(3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenoxy)acetic Acid; m-Trifluoromethylphenoxyacetic Acid; 2-[3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenoxy]acetic Acid; (3-Trifluoromethylphenoxy)acetic Acid; Acetic acid, 2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenoxy]-; NSC 403697
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (3-Trifluoromethyl-Phenoxy)-Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for sensitive synthesis work.

Storage

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

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	< 20 ppm

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