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3-Fluorobenzoic Acid

TL;DR: 3-Fluorobenzoic Acid (CAS 455-38-9) is a chemical compound with molecular formula C7H5FO2 and molecular weight 140.02736 g/mol, supplied by CoreyChem (Career Henan Chemical Co., Ltd.) with ISO-certified quality and global shipping.

3-fluorobenzoic acid

Also Known As: 3-FLUOROBENZOIC ACID, m-Fluorobenzoic acid, Benzoic acid, 3-fluoro-, 3-Fluorobenzoate, Benzoic acid, m-fluoro-

CAS Number
455-38-9
Molecular Formula
C7H5FO2
Molecular Weight
140.02736 g/mol
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Agrochemicals (101 patents) Analytical Reagents (20 patents) Biotechnology (42 patents) Catalysts (24 patents) Coatings & Adhesives (2 patents)

Technical Specifications

Molecular FormulaC7H5FO2
Molecular Weight140.02736 g/mol
XLogP2.2
Topological Polar Surface Area (TPSA)37.3 Ų
Hydrogen Bond Donors1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptors3
Rotatable Bonds1
Exact Mass140.02736 Da
Heavy Atoms10
Complexity136.0
Vapor Pressure0.05 [mmHg]
SMILESC1=CC(=CC(=C1)F)C(=O)O
InChIKeyMXNBDFWNYRNIBH-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Product Description

Applications: 3-Fluorobenzoic Acid is used in heterocycle construction in medicinal chemistry and agrochemical discovery, as well as pharmaceutical synthesis routes and API production. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. Available from CoreyChem as both catalog item and custom-synthesis project (mg to ton scale), with full analytical documentation (COA, MSDS, HPLC, NMR, MS).

A heterocyclic building block supplied by CoreyChem, 3-Fluorobenzoic Acid (CAS 455-38-9) has the molecular formula C7H5FO2 and a molecular weight of 140.03 g/mol. Synonyms include 3-FLUOROBENZOIC ACID and m-Fluorobenzoic acid.

Custom synthesis and full analytical documentation (COA/MSDS) are available from CoreyChem. Request a quotation with your required quantity and purity for current lead time and pricing.

Chemical Property Profile of 3-Fluorobenzoic Acid

XLogP
2.2
TPSA (Topological Polar Surface Area)
37.3
Hydrogen Bond Donors
1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptors
3
Rotatable Bonds
1
Heavy Atoms
10
Complexity
136.0
Exact Mass
140.02736
Monoisotopic Mass
140.02736
Data Source: Chemical property values are referenced from PubChem, the world's largest open chemistry database maintained by the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), U.S. National Library of Medicine.

Property Insights of 3-Fluorobenzoic Acid

The XLogP value of 2.2 suggests moderate lipophilicity, balancing water solubility and membrane permeability for 3-Fluorobenzoic Acid. With a topological polar surface area (TPSA) of 37.3 Ų, 3-Fluorobenzoic Acid exhibits relatively low polarity, potentially indicating favorable cell membrane permeability. Following Lipinski's Rule of Five, 3-Fluorobenzoic Acid has 1 hydrogen bond donor(s) and 3 hydrogen bond acceptor(s), all within the drug-like range, suggesting favorable oral bioavailability potential.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 3-Fluorobenzoic Acid?

The CAS number of 3-Fluorobenzoic Acid is 455-38-9.

What is the molecular formula of 3-Fluorobenzoic Acid?

The molecular formula of 3-Fluorobenzoic Acid is C7H5FO2.

What is the molecular weight of 3-Fluorobenzoic Acid?

The molecular weight of 3-Fluorobenzoic Acid is 140.02736 g/mol.

What are the applications of 3-Fluorobenzoic Acid?

3-Fluorobenzoic Acid is used in heterocycle construction in medicinal chemistry and agrochemical discovery, as well as pharmaceutical synthesis routes and API production. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. Available from CoreyChem as both catalog item and...

Where can I buy 3-Fluorobenzoic Acid?

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Does CoreyChem offer custom synthesis for 3-Fluorobenzoic Acid?

Yes, CoreyChem provides custom synthesis services for 3-Fluorobenzoic Acid and related compounds. Contact us with your specific requirements including quantity, purity, and timeline.

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