Chemical Name: | Benzo[b]thiophene-2-carboxylic acid, 7-(trifluoromethyl)- |
CAS Number: | 550998-66-8 |
Product Number: | AG00E8D3(AGN-PC-01NH91) |
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Molecular Formula: | C10H5F3O2S |
Molecular Weight: | 246.2057 |
7-(Trifluoromethyl)benzo[b]thiophene-2-carboxylic acid is a versatile compound commonly employed in chemical synthesis as a building block for the creation of various organic molecules. Due to the presence of the trifluoromethyl group and the benzo[b]thiophene backbone, this compound exhibits unique reactivity and properties that make it highly desirable in the field of synthetic chemistry. In particular, 7-(Trifluoromethyl)benzo[b]thiophene-2-carboxylic acid is utilized in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and materials science applications. Its structure allows for the introduction of the trifluoromethyl moiety into target molecules, imparting desired characteristics such as increased lipophilicity, metabolic stability, and bioactivity. Furthermore, the presence of the benzo[b]thiophene scaffold confers aromaticity and electron-rich properties, enabling diverse functionalization and facilitating the construction of complex molecular frameworks. By serving as a key intermediate in organic synthesis, this compound plays a crucial role in the creation of advanced chemical structures with tailored properties for various industrial and scientific purposes.