CAS 851341-57-6

5-Hydroxy-2-(trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid

Description:

5-Hydroxy-2-(trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid, identified by its CAS number 851341-57-6, is an aromatic compound characterized by the presence of a hydroxyl group and a trifluoromethoxy group attached to a benzoic acid framework. This compound typically exhibits properties associated with both phenolic and carboxylic acids, including potential acidity due to the carboxylic acid functional group and the ability to form hydrogen bonds due to the hydroxyl group. The trifluoromethoxy substituent enhances the compound's lipophilicity and may influence its reactivity and interaction with biological systems. The presence of fluorine atoms can also impart unique electronic properties, potentially affecting the compound's stability and solubility in various solvents. As a result, 5-Hydroxy-2-(trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid may find applications in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, or as an intermediate in organic synthesis, although specific applications would depend on further research into its biological activity and chemical behavior.

Formula: C₈H₅F₃O₄

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H5F3O4/c9-8(10,11)15-6-2-1-4(12)3-5(6)7(13)14/h1-3,12H,(H,13,14)

InChI key: InChIKey=VMWFNEUPJINUMV-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: O(C(F)(F)F)C1=C(C(O)=O)C=C(O)C=C1

Synonyms:

• 5-Hydroxy-2-(trifluoromethoxy)benzoic acid
• Benzoic acid, 5-hydroxy-2-(trifluoromethoxy)-