Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 1-(3-Fluoro-2-pyridinyl)ethanol (CAS: 87674-14-4)?
Answer
1-(3-Fluoro-2-pyridinyl)ethanol (CAS: 87674-14-4) is a colorless to slightly yellow liquid with a molecular weight of approximately 169.13 g/mol. It has a boiling point of 159-160°C and a density of 1.078 g/cm³. It is soluble in water and organic solvents. Chemically, it is a nucleophile and can react with electrophiles such as acyl chlorides and carboxylic acids to form esters and amides. It is also prone to oxidation to form pyridine derivatives.
About
CAS No
87674-14-4
English Name
1-(3-Fluoro-2-pyridinyl)ethanol
Molecular Formula
C7H8FNO
Molecular Weight
141.14499999999998 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C1=C(C=CC=N1)F)O
InChIKey
VWXJHLSFAQVXJE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-04 19:14
