Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 3-Chloro-6-(trifluoromethyl)-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid (CAS: 760147-01-1)?
Answer
3-Chloro-6-(trifluoromethyl)-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 278.04 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water (0.01 g/L at 25°C) and is soluble in organic solvents like methanol and acetonitrile. The compound is moderately reactive, especially towards nucleophiles and bases. It is a potent electrophile in organic synthesis.
About
CAS No
760147-01-1
English Name
3-Chloro-6-(trifluoromethyl)-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C7H3ClF3NO2
Molecular Weight
225.55 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=NC(=C1Cl)C(=O)O)C(F)(F)F
InChIKey
XXLAXZNHHWJHOO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-22 14:59
