Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 5-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzonitrile (CAS: 91407-41-9)?
Answer
5-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzonitrile is a white to light yellow crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 164.06 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water and soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and methanol. Chemically, it is less reactive than other benzonitriles but shows moderate reactivity towards nucleophiles and electrophiles. It has a melting point of around 118-119°C and a boiling point of approximately 260-265°C. Given its properties, it is often used in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical applications.
About
CAS No
91407-41-9
English Name
5-Fluoro-2-hydroxybenzonitrile
Molecular Formula
C7H4FNO
Molecular Weight
17.031 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C=C1F)C#N)O
InChIKey
MWLKQSIMPLORKX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-01 12:59
