Methyl 2-amino-3,4,5,6-tetra­fluoro­benzoate
2011

Study of Methyl 2-amino-3,4,5,6-tetrafluorobenzoate

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Author Information

Author(s): Guo Wei, Liao Xiao-Jian, Li Guo-Qiang, Xu Shi-Hai

Primary Institution: Jinan University

Conclusion

The compound exhibits both intramolecular and intermolecular hydrogen bonding, leading to one-dimensional chain structures in the crystal.

Supporting Evidence

  • The compound was synthesized by esterification of 2,3,4,5-tetrafluoroanthranilic acid with methanol.
  • Intramolecular amine N—H⋯Ocarbonyl hydrogen bonds are present.
  • Intermolecular N—H⋯O hydrogen bonds produce chains in the crystal.

Takeaway

The researchers made a new chemical compound that has special bonds between its atoms, which help it form a unique structure.

Methodology

The compound was synthesized through esterification and analyzed using X-ray crystallography.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811015182

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