Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 4-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid (CAS: 588702-62-9)?
Answer
4-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 218.09 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is soluble in common organic solvents such as ethanol and acetonitrile. The compound is relatively stable under normal conditions but can undergo hydrolysis in the presence of moisture. It has a pKa of around 4.5, indicating some acidity.
About
CAS No
588702-62-9
English Name
4-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C7H4F3NO2
Molecular Weight
191.11 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CN=C(C=C1C(F)(F)F)C(=O)O
InChIKey
BPRWTROIQXSSOC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-20 00:35
