Compound Q&A
How is 3-Chloro-6-(trifluoromethyl)-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid (CAS: 760147-01-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
3-Chloro-6-(trifluoromethyl)-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid is typically synthesized via chlorination of 6-(trifluoromethyl)-2-pyridinecarboxylic acid or through direct substitution of chlorine on the pyridine ring. The reaction can be catalyzed by Lewis acids such as aluminum chloride. The yield is generally high, and the product is isolated via crystallization from solvents.
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
