Description

7-Oxo-7-(4-Trifluoromethylphenyl)Heptanoic Acid is a high-value, versatile organic intermediate characterized by its ketone and carboxylic acid functional groups on a heptanoic acid chain terminated with a trifluoromethylphenyl moiety. This compound is critical for the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing, where the trifluoromethyl group is prized for its ability to modulate lipophilicity and metabolic stability. It serves as a key building block for medicinal chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides and pesticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and environmental persistence.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Material Research: Serves as a building block for advanced organic electronic materials due to its aromatic and fluorinated structure.
• Peptidomimetics & Bio-conjugation: The carboxylic acid group allows for coupling reactions to create peptide analogs or for labeling biomolecules in biochemical research.
• Polymer Modification: Can be incorporated into polymer chains to introduce specific functional groups, altering material properties like solubility and thermal stability.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and catalytic processes involving fluorinated compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Oxo-7-(4-Trifluoromethylphenyl)Heptanoic Acid
CAS No.	502651-46-9
Molecular Formula	C14H15F3O3
Molecular Weight	288.26 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Oxo-7-[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]heptanoic acid; 4'-Trifluoromethyl-7-oxoheptanoic Acid; 7-Oxo-7-(4-trifluoromethylphenyl)heptanoic acid; Heptanoic acid, 7-oxo-7-[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-; 7-(4-Trifluoromethylphenyl)-7-oxoheptanoic Acid; ω-Oxo-4'-(trifluoromethyl)heptanophenone; 7-Oxo-7-(α,α,α-trifluoro-p-tolyl)heptanoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 7-Oxo-7-(4-Trifluoromethylphenyl)Heptanoic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for sensitive synthetic applications. All materials are subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.