3-(Dimethylamino)-4,4,4-trifluorobutanoic acid

3-(Dimethylamino)-4,4,4-trifluorobutanoic acid (CAS 1263281-69-1) is an organic compound characterized by its trifluoromethyl group, a carboxylic acid functionality, and a tertiary dimethylamino group. With a molecular formula of C6H10F3NO2 and a molecular weight of 185.14 g/mol, this molecule serves as a versatile building block in synthetic chemistry. Its trifluoromethyl group imparts unique physicochemical properties, such as increased lipophilicity and metabolic stability, which are often desirable in drug discovery and agrochemical research. The carboxylic acid and dimethylamino functionalities offer reactive sites for further derivatization, enabling its use in the synthesis of complex molecules. It is classified as a functionalized intermediate, making it valuable for researchers exploring new chemical entities.

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