Compound Q&A
How is 2-Fluoro-6-hydroxybenzoic acid (CAS: 67531-86-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-Fluoro-6-hydroxybenzoic acid can be synthesized through the reaction of 6-hydroxybenzoic acid with hydrogen fluoride in the presence of a suitable catalyst such as anhydrous zinc chloride. The process involves the introduction of a fluorine atom at the 2-position, followed by isolation and purification of the product.
About
CAS No
67531-86-6
English Name
2-Fluoro-6-hydroxybenzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C7H5FO3
Molecular Weight
156.11 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C(=C1)F)C(=O)O)O
InChIKey
BCEKGWWLVKXZKK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-09 19:18
