Description

3-(2-Bromo-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)Propanoic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional aromatic carboxylic acid building block. Its molecular structure, featuring both bromine and trifluoromethyl substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for introducing specific steric and electronic properties into target molecules. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily used in the synthesis of advanced active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology and CNS therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the trifluoromethyl group.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for fluorinated compounds used in electronic display technologies and organic semiconductors.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated as a monomer or additive to impart specific properties like hydrophobicity or chemical resistance to specialty polymers.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it an excellent substrate for palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) to create complex biaryl structures.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating custom fluorinated compounds in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Bromo-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	68755-36-2
Molecular Formula	C10H8BrF3O2
Molecular Weight	297.07 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-α,α,α-trifluoro-p-toluic acid, 3-(2-bromo-4-trifluoromethylphenyl)propionic acid; 2-Bromo-4-(trifluoromethyl)benzenepropanoic acid; 3-(2-Bromo-4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)propanoic acid; β-(2-Bromo-4-trifluoromethylphenyl)propionic acid; 68755-36-2; Benzenepropanoic acid, 2-bromo-4-(trifluoromethyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-(2-Bromo-4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl)Propanoic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for fine chemical intermediates. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), providing batch-specific data for purity, identity, and impurities, is available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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