Description

8-Oxo-8-(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)Octanoic Acid is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound featuring a trifluoromethylphenyl moiety linked to an oxo-octanoic acid chain. This structure makes it a valuable and versatile building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers engaged in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific receptors or requiring fluorinated aromatic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a critical building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and stability.
• Material Science Research: Used in the creation of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials that benefit from its specific aromatic and carboxylic acid functionalities.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecules, studying reaction mechanisms, or as a standard in analytical method development.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as an intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	8-Oxo-8-(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)Octanoic Acid
CAS No.	898791-07-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₇F₃O₃
Molecular Weight	302.29 g/mol
Synonyms	8-Oxo-8-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]octanoic acid; 3'-Trifluoromethyl-ω-oxobenzeneoctanoic Acid; α-Oxo-3'-(trifluoromethyl)benzenebutaneheptanoic Acid; 8-Oxo-8-(3-trifluoromethylphenyl)octanoic acid; 898791-07-6; Octanoic acid, 8-oxo-8-[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 8-Oxo-8-(3-Trifluoromethylphenyl)Octanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer specifications. Comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, is performed to verify identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, ensure proper containment and handling procedures are followed.

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.