Pentafluorophenylacetic Acid

CAS: 653-21-4

Ref. 3D-FP75676

Product Information

• Name: Pentafluorophenylacetic Acid
• Synonyms: (Pentafluorophenyl)Acetate, 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorobenzeneacetic acid, 2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorophenylacetic acid, 2-(2,3,4,5,6-Pentafluorophenyl)acetic acid, 2-(Pentafluorophenyl)acetic acid, 2-(Perfluorophenyl)acetic acid, Acetic acid, (pentafluorophenyl)-, Benzeneacetic acid, 2,3,4,5,6-pentafluoro-, (Pentafluorophenyl)acetic acid

Description

Pentafluorophenylacetic acid is an alkylthio compound that is used as an antimicrobial agent. It has a viscosity of 0.3-0.5 mm2/s and a boiling point of 191°C. Pentafluorophenylacetic acid has been shown to inhibit the growth of bacteria, fungi, and yeast. The most important biological property of this compound is its ability to inhibit the growth of bacteria by inhibiting their respiration processes, which leads to cell death.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 226.1 g/mol
• Formula: C₈H₃F₅O₂
• Purity: Min. 95%