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CAS 860296-12-4

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3-fluoro-5-hydroxybenzoic acid

Description:
3-Fluoro-5-hydroxybenzoic acid is an aromatic carboxylic acid characterized by the presence of a fluorine atom and a hydroxyl group on a benzene ring. The fluorine substituent is located at the meta position relative to the carboxylic acid group, while the hydroxyl group is positioned at the para location. This compound exhibits typical properties of benzoic acids, including acidity due to the carboxylic acid functional group, which can donate protons in solution. The presence of the hydroxyl group contributes to its potential for hydrogen bonding, enhancing its solubility in polar solvents. Additionally, the fluorine atom can influence the compound's reactivity and stability, often enhancing its lipophilicity and altering its electronic properties. 3-Fluoro-5-hydroxybenzoic acid may find applications in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, or as an intermediate in organic synthesis due to its functional groups, which can participate in various chemical reactions. Its unique structure allows for potential interactions in biological systems, making it a compound of interest in medicinal chemistry.
Formula:C7H5FO3
InChI:InChI=1/C7H5FO3/c8-5-1-4(7(10)11)2-6(9)3-5/h1-3,9H,(H,10,11)
SMILES:c1c(cc(cc1F)O)C(=O)O
Synonyms:
  • Benzoic Acid, 3-Fluoro-5-Hydroxy-
  • Benzoic acid, 3-hydroxy-5-fluoro-
  • Qvr Cq Ef
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