Description

3-(2,3,4-Trifluorophenyl)Propionic Acid is a high-purity fluorinated aromatic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in introducing the trifluoromethylphenyl moiety, which can significantly alter the physicochemical and biological properties of target molecules. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides and fungicides where the fluorinated aromatic structure enhances activity and environmental stability.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated liquid crystals for high-performance displays.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to incorporate fluorine into polymer backbones, improving chemical resistance and thermal stability.
• Organic Electronics: Acts as a building block for materials used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial labs for method development and exploring structure-activity relationships (SAR).

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-(2,3,4-Trifluorophenyl)Propionic Acid
CAS No.	377084-05-4
Molecular Formula	C9H7F3O2
Molecular Weight	204.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(2,3,4-Trifluorophenyl)propanoic acid; 2,3,4-Trifluorohydrocinnamic acid; β-(2,3,4-Trifluorophenyl)propionic acid; (2,3,4-Trifluorophenyl)propanoic acid; 377084-05-4; 3-(2,3,4-Trifluorophenyl)propionic acid; 3-(2,3,4-Trifluorophenyl)propanoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-(2,3,4-Trifluorophenyl)Propionic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the precise requirements for sensitive synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. The product is compatible with strong acid/organic solvent environments but should be handled with standard laboratory precautions.

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.