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CAS 321-12-0

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2-fluoro-5-methylbenzoic acid

Description:
2-Fluoro-5-methylbenzoic acid is an aromatic carboxylic acid characterized by the presence of a fluorine atom and a methyl group attached to a benzoic acid structure. The fluorine atom is located at the second position, while the methyl group is at the fifth position of the benzene ring. This compound typically appears as a white to off-white solid and is soluble in organic solvents. It exhibits acidic properties due to the carboxylic acid functional group, allowing it to donate protons in solution. The presence of the fluorine atom can influence the compound's reactivity and polarity, potentially enhancing its ability to participate in various chemical reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions and coupling reactions. Additionally, 2-fluoro-5-methylbenzoic acid may serve as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, owing to its functional groups that can be further modified. Safety data should be consulted for handling and storage, as with all chemical substances.
Formula:C8H7FO2
InChI:InChI=1/C8H7FO2/c1-5-2-3-7(9)6(4-5)8(10)11/h2-4H,1H3,(H,10,11)
SMILES:Cc1ccc(c(c1)C(=O)O)F
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