What are the physical and chemical properties of 2,3-Difluoro-6-methoxybenzoic acid (CAS: 773873-26-0)?

2,3-Difluoro-6-methoxybenzoic acid is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 206.06 g/mol. It has a low water solubility (0.025 g/L at 25°C) and is slightly soluble in common organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone. The compound is relatively stable under normal conditions but can undergo hydrolysis under acidic conditions. It is generally reactive towards nucleophiles and can be used in organic synthesis as a functionalized aromatic acid.