(R)-3,3,3-trifluoro-2-hydroxy-2-phenylpropanoic acid CAS 17257-70-4

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.17257-70-4
Molecular FormulaC9H7F3O3
Molecular Weight220.15 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

(R)-3,3,3-trifluoro-2-hydroxy-2-phenylpropanoic acid CAS 17257-70-4 chemical structure

Description

The occurrence of (R)-3,3,3-trifluoro-2-hydroxy-2-phenylpropanoic acid is closely related to a carboxylic acid group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage, fluorine substitution, an aromatic ring system in its molecular formula, which determines its behaviour during synthesis, purification, or degradation.

(R)-3,3,3-trifluoro-2-hydroxy-2-phenylpropanoic acid (CAS 17257-70-4), molecular formula C9H7F3O3 and molecular weight 220.15 g/mol, is a CATO reference standard with documented purity and traceability.

Structurally, (R)-3,3,3-trifluoro-2-hydroxy-2-phenylpropanoic acid (C9H7F3O3) contains a carboxylic acid group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage, fluorine substitution, an aromatic ring system. The molecule exhibits a degree of unsaturation (DBE) of 5.0, corresponding to approximately 5 ring(s) or double-bond equivalent(s). With a molecular weight of 220.15 g/mol, it falls into the medium-molecular-weight range. The presence of an aromatic ring or conjugated system gives the compound characteristic absorption bands in the UV-Vis region, making it well suited to UV or diode-array detection (DAD).

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 (R)-3,3,3-trifluoro-2-hydroxy-2-phenylpropanoic 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 FormulaC9H7F3O3
Molecular Weight220.15 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.)1961
Halogen ContentF-containing

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