What are the physical and chemical properties of 5-Bromo-1-benzothiophene-3-carboxylic acid (CAS: 7312-24-5)?

5-Bromo-1-benzothiophene-3-carboxylic acid is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 248.01 g/mol. It has low water solubility and is slightly soluble in common organic solvents. The compound is reactive towards nucleophiles and can undergo substitution reactions. It is stable under normal conditions but requires minimal precautions due to its low reactivity.