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CAS 556112-92-6

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methyl 2-fluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoate

Description:
Methyl 2-fluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoate is an aromatic compound characterized by the presence of a benzoate ester functional group, a fluorine atom at the 2-position, and a trifluoromethyl group at the 5-position of the benzene ring. This compound is typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid, depending on its purity and temperature. It exhibits moderate polarity due to the electronegative fluorine and trifluoromethyl groups, which can influence its solubility in various organic solvents. The presence of these fluorinated groups often enhances the compound's stability and reactivity, making it useful in various chemical syntheses and applications, including pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Methyl 2-fluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoate may also exhibit interesting electronic properties due to the electron-withdrawing nature of the trifluoromethyl group, which can affect its reactivity in electrophilic aromatic substitution reactions. Safety data should be consulted for handling and storage, as fluorinated compounds can have specific hazards associated with them.
Formula:C9H6F4O2
InChI:InChI=1S/C9H6F4O2/c1-15-8(14)6-4-5(9(11,12)13)2-3-7(6)10/h2-4H,1H3
SMILES:COC(=O)c1cc(ccc1F)C(F)(F)F
Synonyms:
  • mthyl 2-fluoro-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzoate
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