Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 5-Methyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)-3-furoic acid (CAS: 17515-74-1)?
Answer
5-Methyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)-3-furoic acid is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 217.06 g/mol. It has a low water solubility, with a maximum solubility of about 0.02 g/100 mL in water at room temperature. The compound is known for its high reactivity, particularly in esterification reactions and its ability to form stable complexes with various metal ions.
About
CAS No
17515-74-1
English Name
5-Methyl-2-(trifluoromethyl)-3-furoic acid
Molecular Formula
C7H5F3O3
Molecular Weight
194.11 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC(=C(O1)C(F)(F)F)C(=O)O
InChIKey
NURNFMNHTHXTDS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-27 19:31
