Description

4-Methoxyphenol Trifluoroacetate is a specialized chemical intermediate featuring a trifluoroacetyl-protected phenolic group. This compound is valued for its role in synthetic organic chemistry, particularly in protecting group strategies and as a precursor for more complex molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially where the phenol moiety needs temporary protection.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a versatile reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex organic molecules, including natural products.
• Material Science Precursor: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials requiring specific phenolic functionalities.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in methodological studies and catalysis research involving esterification and deprotection reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methoxyphenol Trifluoroacetate
CAS No.	5672-87-7
Molecular Formula	C9H7F3O3
Molecular Weight	220.14 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Methoxyphenyl Trifluoroacetate; 4-Methoxyphenyl Trifluoroacetate; Trifluoroacetic Acid 4-Methoxyphenyl Ester; 1-Methoxy-4-(trifluoroacetoxy)benzene; HQMME Trifluoroacetate; Hydroquinone Monomethyl Ether Trifluoroacetate; MEHQ Trifluoroacetate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methoxyphenol Trifluoroacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR) and purity assessment by chromatographic techniques (HPLC, GC). We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments to ensure compliance with your research and production specifications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture. Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
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.