What Does TFA Stand For?
TFA stands for Trifluoroacetic Acid
TFA, or Trifluoroacetic Acid, is a strong fluorinated carboxylic acid with the chemical formula C2HF3O2. It is widely used in organic chemistry as a reagent and solvent due to its ability to dissolve a variety of compounds. TFA is particularly useful in peptide synthesis and analytical chemistry for its role in protein and peptide cleavage and purification processes. Its strong acidity and volatility make it a valuable tool in various chemical applications, but it must be handled with care due to its corrosive properties.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym