CAS 354-08-5: 2-Bromo-2,2-difluoroacetic acid

Description: 2-Bromo-2,2-difluoroacetic acid is a halogenated organic compound characterized by the presence of both bromine and fluorine atoms attached to a central acetic acid structure. Its molecular formula is C2HBrF2O2, indicating the presence of two carbon atoms, one bromine atom, two fluorine atoms, two oxygen atoms, and three hydrogen atoms. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on the temperature and purity. It is known for its reactivity due to the presence of the electrophilic bromine and fluorine atoms, which can participate in various chemical reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions. 2-Bromo-2,2-difluoroacetic acid is used in organic synthesis and may serve as an intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Additionally, it exhibits properties typical of carboxylic acids, such as acidity, and can form salts and esters. Safety precautions should be taken when handling this compound, as it may pose health risks due to its halogenated nature.

Formula: C₂HBrF₂O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C2HBrF2O2/c3-2(4,5)1(6)7/h(H,6,7)

InChI key: InChIKey=LZCMQBRCQWOSHZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O=C(O)C(F)(F)Br

Synonyms:

• 2-Bromo-2,2-difluoroacetic acid
• Acetic acid, 2-bromo-2,2-difluoro-
• Acetic acid, bromodifluoro-
• Difluorobromoacetic acid
• Bromodifluoroacetic acid

Bromo(difluoro)acetic acid

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• Formula: C₂HBrF₂O₂
• Purity: 97%
• Color and Shape: white solid
• Molecular weight: 174.93g/mol

Bromodifluoroacetic acid

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Bromodifluoroacetic acid

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• Purity: 97.00%
• Color and Shape: Solid, Low Melting Solid
• Molecular weight: 174.9290008544922