2-Ethynylbenzoic acid

• CAT Number: L018903
• CAS Number: 33578-00-6
• Molecular Formula: C9H6O2
• Molecular Weight: 146.14
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 2-ethynylbenzoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C9H6O2/c1-2-7-5-3-4-6-8(7)9(10)11/h1,3-6H,(H,10,11)
• InChIKey: IOSGANIYBODQTB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C#CC1=CC=CC=C1C(=O)O

2-Ethynylbenzoic acid is an aromatic compound featuring a benzoic acid core with an ethynyl group attached at the 2-position. This compound is widely used as an intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and advanced materials. The ethynyl group provides a reactive site for further modifications, including click chemistry and cross-coupling reactions. Its structure allows for the creation of more complex molecules, making it valuable for research in medicinal chemistry and material science applications.