Compound Q&A
How is 3-Chloro-4-hydroxybenzoic acid (CAS: 3964-58-7) typically synthesized?
Answer
3-Chloro-4-hydroxybenzoic acid is typically synthesized by chlorinating salicylic acid followed by the introduction of a hydroxyl group. Common methods involve the reaction of salicylic acid with thionyl chloride to form 3-chlorosalicylic acid, followed by reduction of the chlorine to a hydroxyl group using sodium borohydride or a similar reducing agent.
About
CAS No
3964-58-7
English Name
3-Chloro-4-hydroxybenzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C7H5ClO3
Molecular Weight
172.57 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C=C1C(=O)O)Cl)O
InChIKey
QGNLHMKIGMZKJX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-09-25 13:48
