2-Methyl-2-(3-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl)propanoic acid CAS 1260875-58-8

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.1260875-58-8
Molecular FormulaC11H11F3O3
Molecular Weight248.20 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

2-Methyl-2-(3-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl)propanoic acid CAS 1260875-58-8 chemical structure

Description

2-Methyl-2-(3-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl)propanoic acid (CAS 1260875-58-8), molecular formula C11H11F3O3 and molecular weight 248.20 g/mol, is a CATO reference standard with documented purity and traceability.

Based on its molecular formula C11H11F3O3, 2-Methyl-2-(3-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl)propanoic acid contains a carboxylic acid group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage, fluorine substitution, an aromatic ring system; these features give the compound characteristic absorption bands in UV spectroscopy. The molecular weight of 248.20 g/mol is directly relevant to the identification of the molecular ion in mass spectrometry. The high carbon-to-hydrogen ratio imparts good lipophilicity, allowing liquid-liquid extraction with non-polar solvents such as n-hexane or ethyl acetate.

Recommended for analytical method development and validation; each product is supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA) ensuring ISO 17034 metrological traceability.

CATO manufactures 2-Methyl-2-(3-(trifluoromethoxy)phenyl)propanoic acid under ISO 17034:2016 accreditation with dual CNAS and ANAB accreditation. Each batch is characterized by orthogonal methods and supplied with a full Certificate of Analysis (COA), ensuring metrological traceability.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC11H11F3O3
Molecular Weight248.20 g/mol
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow crystalline powder. (slight halide-like odor, low volatility)
Purity97%+
StorageStore in a cool place (≤25°C), keep sealed and dry, keep tightly closed to prevent evaporation
Solubility (reference)Soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening; Contains ester bond; hydrolyzes under strong alkaline conditions
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)5.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1990
Halogen ContentF-containing

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