What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-(2,2,2-Trifluoroethoxy)phenol (CAS: 160968-99-0)?

2-(2,2,2-Trifluoroethoxy)phenol (CAS: 160968-99-0) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 214.14 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water (0.033 g/L at 20°C) but is more soluble in organic solvents such as dichloromethane and acetonitrile. This compound exhibits moderate reactivity, particularly towards nucleophilic substituents, and is less reactive towards electrophiles. It is used in various applications due to its unique electronic properties.