CAS 1057670-90-2

2,5-Difluorobenzenepropanal

Description:

2,5-Difluorobenzenepropanal is an organic compound characterized by its structure, which features a propanal group attached to a benzene ring that has two fluorine substituents at the 2 and 5 positions. This compound is part of the class of aromatic aldehydes, which are known for their distinctive reactivity due to the presence of the aldehyde functional group. The fluorine atoms introduce unique electronic properties, influencing the compound's reactivity and polarity. Typically, compounds like 2,5-difluorobenzenepropanal exhibit moderate volatility and can participate in various chemical reactions, including nucleophilic additions and electrophilic substitutions. The presence of fluorine can also enhance the compound's stability and alter its solubility in different solvents. Additionally, such compounds may have applications in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, or as intermediates in organic synthesis. Safety data should be consulted for handling and storage, as fluorinated compounds can exhibit specific hazards.

Formula: C₉H₈F₂O

InChI: InChI=1S/C9H8F2O/c10-8-3-4-9(11)7(6-8)2-1-5-12/h3-6H,1-2H2

InChI key: InChIKey=IFOQDSYBXMFGPE-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CC=O)C1=C(F)C=CC(F)=C1

Synonyms:

• Benzenepropanal, 2,5-difluoro-
• 2,5-Difluorobenzenepropanal