2879-60-9

Basic information

• Product Name: TRICHLOROACETIC ACID PENTACHLOROPHENYL ESTER
• Synonyms: trichloro-aceticacipentachlorophenylester;TCA-O-PCP;PENTACHLOROPHENYL TRICHLOROACETATE;TRICHLOROACETIC ACID PENTACHLOROPHENYL ESTER;95%,forpeptidesynthesis;Pentachlorophenyl Trichloroacetate [for Peptide synthesis];2,3,4,5,6-Pentachlorophenol trichloroacetate;Trichloroacetic Acid Pentachlorophenyl Ester [for Peptide synthesis]
• CAS NO: 2879-60-9
• Molecular Formula: C₈Cl₈O₂
• Molecular Weight: 411.71
• Product Categories: Condensation & Active Esterification;Synthetic Organic Chemistry
• Mol File: 2879-60-9.mol
• Article Data: 1

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 129 °C
• Boiling Point: 406°Cat760mmHg
• Flash Point: 160.7°C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.862
• Vapor Pressure: 8.4E-07mmHg at 25°C
• Refractive Index: 1.609
• CAS DataBase Reference: TRICHLOROACETIC ACID PENTACHLOROPHENYL ESTER(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: TRICHLOROACETIC ACID PENTACHLOROPHENYL ESTER(2879-60-9)
• EPA Substance Registry System: TRICHLOROACETIC ACID PENTACHLOROPHENYL ESTER(2879-60-9)

Safety Data

• RTECS: SM6670000
• Hazardous Substances Data: 2879-60-9(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

Trichloroacetic acid pentachlorophenyl ester, also known as PCPA, is a synthetic chemical compound used in agriculture as a herbicide. It is primarily applied to control broad-leaved weeds in forests, rangeland, and non-crop areas. PCPA functions by inhibiting the growth of certain plant tissues, ultimately leading to their death. The compound is highly toxic to aquatic organisms and poses a potential risk to human health and the environment. It is classified as a hazardous substance by regulatory authorities due to its harmful effects and potential for long-term environmental persistence. Due to these risks, the use of PCPA is heavily regulated and its handling and disposal must be carefully managed to minimize its impact on the environment.

InChI:InChI=1/C8Cl8O2/c9-1-2(10)4(12)6(5(13)3(1)11)18-7(17)8(14,15)16

Upstream product

• 131-52-2 sodium pentachlorphenate 
• 76-02-8 trifluoroacetyl chloride 
• 87-86-5 Pentachlorophenol 
• 76-03-9 trichloroacetic acid 

Downstream Products

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• 64991-54-4 N-t-butoxycarbonyl-S-(diphenyl-4-pyridylmethyl)-L-cysteine pentachlorophenyl ester 
• 24735-61-3 N-Z-O-tert-butyl-L-tyrosine pentachlorophenyl ester 
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Relevant articles and documents

A new procedure for the pentachlorophenylation of N-protected amino acids.

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