Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-Fluoro-5-methylbenzoic acid (CAS: 321-12-0)?
Answer
2-Fluoro-5-methylbenzoic acid (CAS: 321-12-0) is a white solid with a molecular weight of approximately 160.04 g/mol. It has a melting point of 128-129°C and is slightly soluble in water. Chemically, it shows typical reactivity for carboxylic acids, including esterification and acylation reactions. It is also prone to electrophilic aromatic substitution reactions.
About
CAS No
321-12-0
English Name
2-Fluoro-5-methylbenzoic acid
Molecular Formula
C8H7FO2
Molecular Weight
154.14 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC(=C(C=C1)F)C(=O)O
InChIKey
UREMNBHWTNQTMS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-16 16:48
