Compound Q&A
How is (2,6-Difluorophenyl)acetic acid (CAS: 85068-28-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
(2,6-Difluorophenyl)acetic acid is often synthesized via the acetylation of 2,6-difluorophenol using acetic anhydride in the presence of a catalyst such as sulfuric acid. The reaction yields the desired compound with good selectivity and moderate to high yield, depending on the purification method.
About
CAS No
85068-28-6
English Name
(2,6-Difluorophenyl)acetic acid
Molecular Formula
C8H6F2O2
Molecular Weight
172.13 g/mol
SMILES
OC(=O)Cc1c(F)cccc1F
InChIKey
FUGDCKXBUZFEON-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-09 19:18
