Trifluoroacetic Acid
Trifluoroacetic acid is a corrosive organofluorine compound that is structurally analogous to, but stronger than, acetic acid. Available in various quantities and reagent grades, it is used in NMR spectroscopy, mass spectrometry, organic synthesis, etc.
Almost 100,000-fold more acidic than acetic acid, TFA is widely used in organic chemistry. TFA is used as a reagent in organic synthesis because of its properties: volatility, organic solvent solubility, and acidic strength. It is less oxidizing than sulfuric acid and is more readily available in its anhydrous form than some other acids . Other features include:
- Used in acid-catalyzed reactions, especially peptide synthesis (to cleave esters)
- Dissolves protein when mixed with liquid SO2
- Removes t-butyl derived side-chain protecting groups in Fmoc peptide synthesis
- Can remove the t-butoxycarbonyl protecting group in organic synthesis
- At low concentrations, acts as an ion-pairing agent for peptides and small proteins in organic compound liquid chromatography
- For acid-stable materials, can be a solvent for NMR spectroscopy
- Acts as a calibrant in mass spectrometry
- Used to produce trifluoroacetate salts
- An ingredient in adhesives, sealants, paints, and coatings
When TFA combines with bases and metals, especially light metals, a strong exothermic reaction occurs. When mixed with lithium aluminum hydride (LAH), the reaction is explosive.
Although nonflammable, TFA is corrosive to skin, eyes, and mucous membranes and requires careful use and handling. It is harmful when inhaled, causes severe skin burns and eye damage, and is toxic to aquatic organisms at even low concentrations.
TFA is also a product of the metabolic breakdown of the anesthetic agent halothane. It is the suspected cause of halothane-induced hepatitis.
Medchemexpress LLC DPC-AJ1951 TFA | 99.4% | 1666.99 (free base) | 5 MG
This 14 amino acid peptide acts as a potent agonist of the parathyroid hormone (PTH)/PTH-related peptide receptor (PPR). Its activity has been characterized in ex vivo and in vivo assays of bone resorption.
- Potent agonist of parathyroid hormone (PTH)/PTH-related peptide receptor (PPR)
- Activity characterized in ex vivo and in vivo bone resorption assays
- Induces intracellular Ca2+ mobilization in HEK 293 cells transfected with human PPR
Medchemexpress LLC AUNP-12 (TFA) | 75.64% | 10 MG
AUNP-12 (TFA) is a peptide compound primarily used for research purposes. This product, identified by batch number 44290, features a complex molecular structure.
- Molecular formula: C142H226N40O48.C2HF3O2
- Actual peptide content: 75.64%
- Theoretical peptide content: ≥60.0%
Medchemexpress LLC TfR-T12 TFA | 99.1% | 1604.75 | 1 MG
TfR-T12 TFA is a BBB-penetrated transferrin receptor (TfR) binding peptide. It binds to the TfR and is subsequently internalized into TfR-expressing cells, making it suitable for research applications.
- Displays a binding affinity in the nM range.
- Synthetic peptide obtained by phage display.
- Binds to a different site on TfRs compared with transferrin.
- Can be chemically conjugated to construct multifunctional lipid vesicles.
Medchemexpress LLC AH-D peptide TFA | 98.8% | 3283.75 | 5 MG
AH-D peptide TFA is an antiviral peptide that selectively disrupts membrane structures within the size range of exosomes, inducing T-EXO depletion and enhancing cancer immunotherapy.
- Antiviral peptide
- Disrupts membrane structures within exosome size range
- Induces T-EXO depletion
- Enhances cancer immunotherapy
- Solid, white to off-white appearance
- Store sealed, away from moisture
- Powder storage at -80°C for 2 years, -20°C for 1 year
- In solvent storage at -80°C for 6 months, -20°C for 1 month
Medchemexpress LLC CREBtide TFA | 98.7% | 1716.99 (free acid) | 5 MG
CREBtide TFA is a synthetic 13 amino acid peptide, a CREB (cAMP response element binding protein)-like peptide. It functions as a substrate for both Protein Kinase A (PKA) and Protein Kinase C (PKC).
- Solid appearance
- White to off-white color
- Amino acid sequence: Lys-Arg-Arg-Glu-Ile-Leu-Ser-Arg-Arg-Pro-Ser-Tyr-Arg
- Reported as a PKA and PKC substrate
- Apparent Km of 3.9 μM for phosphorylation by cAK
- Apparent Km of 2.9 μM for phosphorylation by cGK
Medchemexpress LLC Astressin 2B TFA | 98.5% | 4041.69 | 1 MG
Astressin 2B TFA is a blood-brain barrier-impermeable, highly selective CRFR2 antagonist. It blocks protective effects mediated by CRFR2, exacerbating indomethacin-induced hemorrhagic intestinal injury in rats. This compound reverses the protective effects of Urocortin 1 against intestinal hypermotility, bacterial invasion, and upregulation of inflammatory mediators. It is an important tool molecule for investigating intestinal protective mechanisms of CRFR2.
- Highly selective CRFR2 antagonist
- Blocks anxiogenic effect of Urocortin 2
- Attenuates stress-induced anxiety-related behaviors
- Exacerbates intestinal epithelial damage in specific models
- Important tool for investigating intestinal protective mechanisms of CRFR2
Medchemexpress LLC F9170 (TFA) | >98% | 2097.33 | 1 MG
F9170 (trifluoroacetate salt) is an antiviral peptide that corresponds to amino acids 789-803 of the HIV-1 envelope glycoprotein. This product is identified as a laboratory chemical for the manufacture of substances and is strictly for research use only. It must be handled by suitably qualified and experienced scientists in appropriately equipped and authorized facilities.
- Antiviral peptide.
- Corresponds to amino acids 789-803 of the HIV-1 envelope glycoprotein.
- Intended for research use only.
- Suitable for laboratory chemical applications.
- Recommended for handling by experienced personnel.
Medchemexpress LLC DPC-AJ1951 (TFA) | 99.4% | 1666.99 (free base) | 1 MG
DPC-AJ1951 TFA is a 14 amino acid peptide that acts as a potent agonist of the parathyroid hormone (PTH)/PTH-related peptide receptor (PPR). Its activity has been characterized in ex vivo and in vivo assays of bone resorption. In vitro, it induces intracellular Ca2+ mobilization in HEK 293 cells transfected with the human PPR.
- Acts as a potent agonist of the parathyroid hormone (PTH)/PTH-related peptide receptor (PPR)
- Activity characterized in ex vivo and in vivo assays of bone resorption
- Induces intracellular Ca2+ mobilization in HEK 293 cells transfected with the human PPR
- 14 amino acid peptide
Medchemexpress LLC Pepinh-MYD TFA | 3388.03 (free base) | 1 MG
Pepinh-MYD TFA is a MyD88 inhibitor that contains a domain sequence from MyD88 TIR and a protein transduction sequence, enabling it to penetrate the cell membrane. It interferes with MyD88-mediated TLR signaling pathways, thereby inhibiting related immune responses.
- Includes a domain sequence from MyD88 TIR
- Contains a protein transduction sequence
- Penetrates the cell membrane
- Interferes with MyD88-mediated TLR signaling pathways
- Inhibits related immune responses
- Holds potential for studying the role of MyD88 in viral infections
Medchemexpress LLC L-Serine, L-alanyl-L-prolyl-L-prolyl-L-histidyl-L-alanyl-L-leucyl- (TFA) | 99.87% | 805.80 | 25 MG
RS 09 TFA is an LPS peptide mimic and a TLR4 agonist. It binds to TLR-4, activating NF-κB, and functions as an adjuvant in vivo to enhance the antigen-specific immune response.
- Acts as an LPS peptide mimic and TLR4 agonist.
- Binds to TLR-4 and activates NF-κB.
- Enhances antigen-specific immune response in vivo.
- Stimulates TLR-4 and activates NF-κB in HEK-BLUETM-4 cells.
- Induces nuclear translocation of NF-κB and secretion of inflammatory cytokines in RAW264.7 cells.
Medchemexpress LLC T7 Tag Peptide TFA | 245445-88-9 | 98.7% | 1098.27 | 5 MG
T7 Tag Peptide is a protein tag composed of 11 residues from the N-terminus of the T7 bacteriophage capsid protein gp10. This peptide can be fused to the N-terminus or C-terminus of proteins, such as enhanced green fluorescent protein (EGFP), and is utilized in various immunoassays and affinity purification processes.
- Composed of 11 residues from the N-terminus of the T7 bacteriophage capsid protein gp10
- Can be fused to the N-terminus or C-terminus of proteins
- Useful in various immunoassays
- Aids in affinity purification processes
Medchemexpress LLC Iberiotoxin (TFA) | 4230.85 | 500 UG
Iberiotoxin (TFA) is a selective high conductance Ca2+-activated K+ channel inhibitor with a Kd of approximately 1 nM. It does not block other types of voltage-dependent ion channels.
- Selective high conductance Ca2+-activated K+ channel inhibitor
- Kd of approximately 1 nM
- Does not block other types of voltage-dependent ion channels
Medchemexpress LLC Siivfekl (Tfa) | 99.85% | 948.16 | 1 MG
SIIVFEKL TFA is an antigenic peptide, a variant of the major MHC class I-restricted epitope SIINFEKL. It is designed to stimulate specific T cells in experimental settings to study the competitive interaction between T cells. This peptide exhibits low affinity for the OT-I T cell receptor (TCR) and is suitable for the detection of CD8+ T cells.
- Variant of the major MHC class I-restricted epitope SIINFEKL
- Stimulates specific T cells for competitive interaction studies
- Exhibits low affinity for the OT-I T cell receptor (TCR)
- Suitable for detection of CD8+ T cells
- High purity of 99.85%
- Provided as a white to off-white solid
- Stable under recommended storage conditions
Medchemexpress LLC Cef20 (Tfa) | 99.3% | 1057.19 | 25 MG
CEF20 TFA is an HLA-A*0201-restricted epitope from cytomegalovirus pp65 (495-503).
- High purity of 99.31%
- Molecular weight of 1057.19
- Solid appearance
- White to off-white color
- Sequence: Asn-Leu-Val-Pro-Met-Val-Ala-Thr-Val (NLVPMVATV)
- Soluble in DMSO
- Store in sealed container, away from moisture
- Powder storage: -80°C for 2 years, -20°C for 1 year
- Storage in solvent: -80°C for 6 months, -20°C for 1 month
Medchemexpress LLC Galantide (TFA) | 98.1% | 2313.55 | 500 UG
Galantide TFA is a synthetic peptide known to act as a galanin receptor antagonist. It is provided in a high purity powder form, suitable for various laboratory applications.
- High purity powder
- Acts as a galanin receptor antagonist
- Suitable for laboratory research