Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-Fluoro-5-methylphenol (CAS: 63762-79-8)?
Answer
2-Fluoro-5-methylphenol is a colorless to light yellow crystalline solid. Its molecular weight is approximately 130.04 g/mol. This compound is slightly soluble in water but is more soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. It is moderately reactive, especially towards electrophiles and bases. It has a pKa of about 10.7, indicating basic properties.
About
CAS No
63762-79-8
English Name
2-Fluoro-5-methylphenol
Molecular Formula
C7H7FO
Molecular Weight
126.13 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC(=C(C=C1)F)O
InChIKey
XEHPMVZYZDQLDN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-10 19:08
