Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 3-Fluoro-4-nitrobenzoic acid (CAS: 403-21-4)?
Answer
3-Fluoro-4-nitrobenzoic acid is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of 219.06 g/mol. It has a melting point of 225-227°C and is only slightly soluble in water. This compound is reactive towards bases and can undergo esterification and nitration reactions. It is commonly used in organic synthesis as a functional group derivative.
About
CAS No
403-21-4
English Name
3-Fluoro-4-nitrobenzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C7H4FNO4
Molecular Weight
185.11 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C=C1C(=O)O)F)[N+](=O)[O-]
InChIKey
WVZBIQSKLXJFNX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-05 08:54
