CAS 915908-79-1

Benzoic acid, 4-[(2-fluorophenyl)methoxy]-3-methoxy-

Description:

Benzoic acid, 4-[(2-fluorophenyl)methoxy]-3-methoxy- is an organic compound characterized by its aromatic structure, which includes a benzoic acid moiety substituted with methoxy and fluorophenyl groups. The presence of the methoxy groups enhances its solubility in organic solvents and may influence its reactivity and biological activity. The fluorophenyl substitution introduces a fluorine atom, which can affect the compound's electronic properties and potentially its pharmacological profile. This compound may exhibit various functional properties, including acidity due to the carboxylic acid group, and it may participate in hydrogen bonding due to the presence of the hydroxyl group in the carboxylic acid. Its unique structure suggests potential applications in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, or as a building block in organic synthesis. As with many substituted benzoic acids, its behavior in chemical reactions can be influenced by the steric and electronic effects of the substituents, making it a subject of interest in medicinal chemistry and materials science.

Formula: C₁₅H₁₃FO₄