Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of Methyl 3,4,5-trifluorobenzoate (CAS: 773873-72-6)?
Answer
Methyl 3,4,5-trifluorobenzoate is a crystalline compound with a molecular weight of approximately 197.07 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is readily soluble in organic solvents like methanol and acetonitrile. The compound is known for its stability, but it can react with strong bases to form trifluorobenzoic acid. It is often used in organic synthesis and as a building block in the pharmaceutical industry.
About
CAS No
773873-72-6
English Name
Methyl 3,4,5-trifluorobenzoate
Molecular Formula
C8H5F3O2
Molecular Weight
190.12 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)C1=CC(=C(C(=C1)F)F)F
InChIKey
NBBPHMUHCCIOJQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-22 12:37
