2-Fluoro-5-(hydroxymethyl)phenol

• CAT Number: L023514
• CAS Number: 934241-78-8
• Molecular Formula: C7H7FO2
• Molecular Weight: 142.13
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 2-fluoro-5-(hydroxymethyl)phenol
• InChI: InChI=1S/C7H7FO2/c8-6-2-1-5(4-9)3-7(6)10/h1-3,9-10H,4H2
• InChIKey: QRWJQHWUNWDKIJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC(=C(C=C1CO)O)F

2-Fluoro-5-(hydroxymethyl)phenol is a fluorinated phenolic compound with both fluorine and hydroxymethyl functional groups, making it useful in pharmaceutical and organic synthesis. Its structure allows for targeted modifications, especially in the development of bioactive molecules where fluorine enhances metabolic stability. This compound is commonly used in studies focused on enzyme interactions and receptor binding due to its phenolic and hydroxymethyl groups, which can form hydrogen bonds. Its reactivity and stability make it valuable in medicinal chemistry and drug discovery.