Chemical Name: | Cyclohexanecarboxylic acid, 4-(trifluoromethyl)-, trans- |
CAS Number: | 133261-33-3 |
Product Number: | AG0014IB(AGN-PC-0O13EP) |
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Molecular Formula: | C8H11F3O2 |
Molecular Weight: | 196.1669 |
The trans-4-(Trifluoromethyl)cyclohexanecarboxylic acid is a versatile compound utilized in chemical synthesis for its unique reactivity and properties. This compound is commonly employed as a building block in organic synthesis reactions due to its ability to introduce a trifluoromethyl group into various organic molecules. The presence of the trifluoromethyl group imparts increased chemical stability and alters the physicochemical properties of the resulting compounds, making them valuable in pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science applications. In addition, the trans-4-(Trifluoromethyl)cyclohexanecarboxylic acid can serve as a precursor for the synthesis of complex molecules with diverse functionalities, thereby expanding the scope of possible chemical transformations in synthetic routes. Its strategic incorporation into organic frameworks can lead to the development of novel compounds with enhanced biological activity, improved physical properties, or tailored reactivity profiles.