3-[4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenoxy]benzoic Acid CAS 72178-29-1

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.72178-29-1
Molecular FormulaC14H9F3O3
Molecular Weight282.21 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

3-[4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenoxy]benzoic Acid CAS 72178-29-1 chemical structure

Description

CATO manufactures 3-[4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenoxy]benzoic 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.

3-[4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenoxy]benzoic Acid (CAS 72178-29-1) is a high-purity analytical reference standard with the molecular formula C14H9F3O3 and a molecular weight of 282.21 g/mol.

Based on its molecular formula C14H9F3O3, 3-[4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenoxy]benzoic Acid contains a carboxylic acid group, a hydroxyl group, an ether linkage, fluorine substitution, a polycyclic aromatic system; these features give the compound characteristic absorption bands in UV spectroscopy. The molecular weight of 282.21 g/mol is directly relevant to the identification of the molecular ion in mass spectrometry. Halogen substitution (F/Cl/Br/I) produces a distinctive isotope pattern in mass spectrometry, a valuable aid for qualitative confirmation.

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

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC14H9F3O3
Molecular Weight282.21 g/mol
AppearancePale yellow to yellow crystalline powder. (slight halide-like odor, low volatility)
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, protect from light, keep sealed and dry, keep tightly closed to prevent evaporation
Solubility (reference)Soluble in chloroform, dichloromethane, ethyl acetate, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Light-sensitive; avoid direct strong light; Hygroscopic; reseal immediately after opening; Contains ester bond; hydrolyzes under strong alkaline conditions
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)9.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1977
Halogen ContentF-containing

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