Compound Q&A
What is 3-Fluorobenzoic acid (CAS: 455-38-9)?
Answer
3-Fluorobenzoic acid (CAS: 455-38-9) is an aromatic carboxylic acid with the chemical formula C7H5FO2. It has a molecular weight of 144.11 g/mol and appears as a white crystalline solid. This compound is known for its strong acidic properties and is commonly used in organic synthesis due to its reactivity and functional group versatility.
About
CAS No
455-38-9
English Name
3-Fluorobenzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C7H5FO2
Molecular Weight
140.11 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=CC(=C1)F)C(=O)O
InChIKey
MXNBDFWNYRNIBH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
