Description

Benzeneacetic Acid, A-Oxo-3-(Trifluoromethyl)- is a specialized trifluoromethylated aromatic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its ability to introduce both a ketone and a highly stable trifluoromethyl group into target molecules, which can dramatically alter their physicochemical properties. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the creation of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in areas requiring metabolic stability and enhanced lipophilicity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the CF₃ group improves biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for specialty polymers and liquid crystals, contributing unique electronic and surface properties.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions, condensations, and as a scaffold for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzeneacetic Acid, A-Oxo-3-(Trifluoromethyl)-
CAS No.	61560-95-0
Molecular Formula	C₉H₅F₃O₂
Molecular Weight	202.13 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoylformic Acid; 2-Oxo-2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]acetic Acid; 3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylglyoxylic Acid; α-Oxo-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzeneacetic Acid; 3-Trifluoromethylbenzoylformic Acid; 3-CF₃-Benzoylformic Acid; 3-(Trifluoromethyl)benzoylformate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzeneacetic Acid, A-Oxo-3-(Trifluoromethyl)- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and scale-up applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

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) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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