(R)-(+)-α-Methoxy-α-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid

(R)-(+)-α-甲氧基-α-(三氟甲基)苯乙酸

Also known as: (+) -Mosher's acid, (+)-MTPA, Mosher's acid, R-Mosher's acid, (2R)-3,3,3-Trifluoro-2-methoxy-2-phenylpropanoic acid, (R)-3,3,3-Trifluoro-2-methoxy-2-phenylpropanoic acid, (R)-(+)-alpha-Methoxy-alpha-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid, (R)-(+)-alpha-Methoxy-alpha-trifluoromethylphenylacetic acid, (R)-(+)-1-Methoxy-1-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid, Benzeneacetic acid, α-methoxy-α-(trifluoromethyl)-, (R)-

(R)-(+)-α-Methoxy-α-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid (CAS 20445-31-2) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C10H9F3O3 and a molecular weight of 234.172 g/mol. It is also known as (+) -Mosher's acid, (+)-MTPA and Mosher's acid. Key properties include a melting point of 46-49ºC, a boiling point of 287.2±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 134.2±27.3 °C. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
20445-31-2
Jingsj CID
J-17290-9
Molecular Formula
C10H9F3O3
Chinese Name
(R)-(+)-α-甲氧基-α-(三氟甲基)苯乙酸
Molecular Weight
234.172 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point46-49ºC
Boiling Point287.2±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.4±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point134.2±27.3 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of (R)-(+)-α-Methoxy-α-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid?

The CAS number of (R)-(+)-α-Methoxy-α-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid is 20445-31-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (R)-(+)-α-Methoxy-α-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid?

(R)-(+)-α-Methoxy-α-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid has molecular formula C10H9F3O3 and molecular weight 234.172 g/mol.

Is (R)-(+)-α-Methoxy-α-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid hazardous?

(R)-(+)-α-Methoxy-α-(trifluoromethyl)phenylacetic acid has GHS signal word Warning.

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