2-Fluoro-5-(methylsulfonyl)benzoic acid

• CAT Number: L037555
• CAS Number: 247569-56-8
• Molecular Formula: C8H7FO4S
• Molecular Weight: 218.2
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 2-fluoro-5-methylsulfonylbenzoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C8H7FO4S/c1-14(12,13)5-2-3-7(9)6(4-5)8(10)11/h2-4H,1H3,(H,10,11)
• InChIKey: ACBAHAXPEQHVHO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CS(=O)(=O)C1=CC(=C(C=C1)F)C(=O)O

2-Fluoro-5-(methylsulfonyl)benzoic acid is a fluorinated benzoic acid derivative featuring a methylsulfonyl group, commonly used in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. The combination of a fluoro and methylsulfonyl group on the aromatic ring enhances its reactivity, making it a versatile intermediate for synthesizing bioactive compounds. This compound is particularly valuable in the development of enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators. Its stability and functional groups make it suitable for applications in medicinal chemistry, aiding in drug discovery and complex organic synthesis.