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CAS 6515-58-8

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3-(Bromomethyl)benzoic Acid

Description:
3-(Bromomethyl)benzoic acid is an aromatic carboxylic acid characterized by the presence of a bromomethyl group attached to the benzene ring at the meta position relative to the carboxylic acid functional group. Its molecular structure includes a benzene ring, a carboxylic acid (-COOH) group, and a bromomethyl (-CH2Br) substituent, which contributes to its reactivity and potential applications in organic synthesis. This compound typically appears as a white to off-white solid and is soluble in organic solvents, with limited solubility in water due to the hydrophobic nature of the aromatic ring. The presence of the bromine atom enhances its electrophilic character, making it useful in various chemical reactions, such as nucleophilic substitutions and coupling reactions. Additionally, 3-(Bromomethyl)benzoic acid can serve as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and other fine chemicals. Safety precautions should be taken when handling this compound, as brominated compounds can be hazardous.
Formula:C8H7BrO2
InChI:InChI=1/C8H7BrO2/c9-5-6-2-1-3-7(4-6)8(10)11/h1-4H,5H2,(H,10,11)/p-1
SMILES:c1cc(cc(c1)C(=O)[O-])CBr
Synonyms:
  • 3-(Bromomethyl)benzoicacid
  • Benzoic acid, 3-(bromomethyl)-
  • 3-(Bromomethyl)Benzoate
  • 3-(Bromomethyl)benzoic acid
  • a-Bromo-m-toluic Acid
  • CHEMPACIFIC 41258
  • NSC 57780
  • 3-Carboxybenzyl Bromide
  • α-Bromo-m-toluic Acid
  • RARECHEM AL BO 0050
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