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CAS 108211-36-5

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(R)-4,4,4-TRIFLUORO-3-HYDROXYBUTYRIC ACID

Description:
(R)-4,4,4-Trifluoro-3-hydroxybutyric acid is a fluorinated organic compound characterized by the presence of three fluorine atoms and a hydroxyl group attached to a butyric acid backbone. This compound is notable for its unique trifluoromethyl group, which imparts significant lipophilicity and can influence its biological activity and chemical reactivity. The presence of the hydroxyl group contributes to its potential as a chiral building block in organic synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals. The (R) configuration indicates that it is one of the enantiomers, which can exhibit different properties and activities compared to its (S) counterpart. Its trifluoromethyl group enhances the compound's stability and can affect its interaction with biological systems, making it of interest in medicinal chemistry. Additionally, the compound's solubility and reactivity can be influenced by the presence of the carboxylic acid functional group, which can participate in various chemical reactions, including esterification and amidation. Overall, (R)-4,4,4-trifluoro-3-hydroxybutyric acid is a compound of interest in both synthetic and medicinal chemistry.
Formula:C4H5F3O3
InChI:InChI=1/C4H5F3O3/c5-4(6,7)2(8)1-3(9)10/h2,8H,1H2,(H,9,10)/t2-/m0/s1
SMILES:C([C@@H](C(F)(F)F)O)C(=O)O
Synonyms:
  • 3-(R)-4,4,4-Trifluoro-3-Hydroxybutyric Acid
  • (R)-3-Hydroxy-4,4,4-Trifluorobutyric Acid
  • R-Tfhba
  • (3R)-4,4,4-trifluoro-3-hydroxybutanoic acid
  • (3S)-4,4,4-trifluoro-3-hydroxybutanoic acid
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