Methyl 2-{[2,8-bis­(trifluoro­meth­yl)quinolin-4-yl]­oxy}acetate
2011

Crystal Structure of Methyl 2-{[2,8-bis(trifluoromethyl)quinolin-4-yl]oxy}acetate

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Feng Zhi-Qiang, Yang Xiao-Li, Ye Yuan-Feng, Wang Huai-Qing, Dong Tao

Primary Institution: School of Material Engineering, Jinling Institute of Technology, Nanjing, People’s Republic of China

Conclusion

The crystal structure of the compound shows effective stabilization through hydrogen bonds.

Supporting Evidence

  • The compound is an important organic synthesis intermediate.
  • The molecular structure shows a dihedral angle of 1.59° between the benzene and pyridyl rings.
  • Hydrogen bonds create a three-dimensional network that stabilizes the crystal structure.

Takeaway

This study looks at the structure of a chemical compound that is important for making drugs, showing how its molecules stick together.

Methodology

The compound was prepared by dissolving it in ethanol and evaporating the solvent to obtain crystals.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811000328

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