CAS 1261997-25-4

2-Chloro-5-(2-fluoro-4-methylphenyl)-4-pyridinecarboxylic acid

Description:

2-Chloro-5-(2-fluoro-4-methylphenyl)-4-pyridinecarboxylic acid is a chemical compound characterized by its pyridine ring, which is substituted at the 4-position with a carboxylic acid group and at the 5-position with a 2-fluoro-4-methylphenyl group. The presence of the chloro substituent at the 2-position of the pyridine ring adds to its reactivity and potential applications in various chemical reactions. This compound is likely to exhibit polar characteristics due to the carboxylic acid functional group, which can participate in hydrogen bonding, influencing its solubility in polar solvents. The fluorine atom in the phenyl group may enhance the compound's lipophilicity and biological activity. Such structural features suggest potential applications in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, or as intermediates in organic synthesis. As with many pyridine derivatives, it may also exhibit interesting electronic properties, making it a subject of study in medicinal chemistry and materials science. Safety and handling precautions should be observed due to the presence of halogenated and acidic functional groups.

Formula: C₁₃H₉ClFNO₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C13H9ClFNO2/c1-7-2-3-8(11(15)4-7)10-6-16-12(14)5-9(10)13(17)18/h2-6H,1H3,(H,17,18)

InChI key: InChIKey=QHMQGSUJXFQKGQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(O)(=O)C=1C(=CN=C(Cl)C1)C2=C(F)C=C(C)C=C2

Synonyms:

• 4-Pyridinecarboxylic acid, 2-chloro-5-(2-fluoro-4-methylphenyl)-
• 2-Chloro-5-(2-fluoro-4-methylphenyl)-4-pyridinecarboxylic acid