2-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid

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  • CAT Number: M119404
  • CAS Number: 1979-29-9
  • Molecular Formula: C8H5F3O3
  • Molecular Weight: 206.12
  • Purity: ≥95%
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2-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid(CAT: M119404) is a fluorinated aromatic acid commonly used in organic synthesis, particularly in medicinal chemistry. The trifluoromethoxy group imparts increased lipophilicity and metabolic stability, while also modulating the compound’s electronic properties, making it favorable for use in drug design. The carboxylic acid functionality allows it to participate in esterification and amidation reactions, facilitating the synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates and agrochemicals. Its unique structure and reactivity make 2-(Trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid a valuable building block for creating bioactive compounds, offering enhanced binding affinity and stability in high-precision research applications.


Catalog Number M119404
CAS Number 1979-29-9
Molecular Formula C8H5F3O3
Purity ≥95%
Storage Store at RT
IUPAC Name 2-(trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid
InChI InChI=1S/C8H5F3O3/c9-8(10,11)14-6-4-2-1-3-5(6)7(12)13/h1-4H,(H,12,13)
InChIKey JMYSPFGUBNENSE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES C1=CC=C(C(=C1)C(=O)O)OC(F)(F)F

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