2-Cyanobenzeneacetic acid, also known by its IUPAC name, is an aromatic compound characterized by the presence of both a cyano group and a carboxylic acid functional group attached to a benzene ring. This compound typically appears as a solid at room temperature and is soluble in polar solvents due to the presence of the carboxylic acid group. Its molecular structure features a benzene ring substituted with a cyano group (-C≡N) at the second position and an acetic acid moiety at the first position, contributing to its reactivity and potential applications in organic synthesis. The presence of the cyano group enhances its electrophilic character, making it useful in various chemical reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions and as a building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Additionally, 2-Cyanobenzeneacetic acid may exhibit biological activity, which can be explored for potential therapeutic applications. Safety data should be consulted for handling and storage, as with any chemical substance.

2-Cyanobenzeneacetic acid

18698-99-2: (2-Cyanophenyl)Acetate, (2-Cyanophenyl)Acetic Acid, 2-(2-Cyanophenyl)acetic acid, 2-Cyanophenylacetic acid, Acetic acid, (o-cyanophenyl)-, Benzeneacetic acid, 2-cyano-, 2-Cyanobenzeneacetic acid

2-(2-Cyanophenyl)acetic acid is a cephalosporin antibiotic that acts as a bacteriostatic agent. It inhibits the growth of bacteria by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit. 2-(2-Cyanophenyl)acetic acid binds to the penicillin-binding proteins in the bacterial cell wall, preventing the formation of an antibiotic-inhibitor complex with the enzyme cell wall synthesis that is required for cell wall biosynthesis, inhibiting protein synthesis and cell division. The structural isomers of this drug are biotransformed into cephalothin.

CAS 18698-99-2: 2-Cyanobenzeneacetic acid

2-(2-Cyanophenyl)acetic acid

Ref: 3D-FC139758

(2-Cyanophenyl)acetic acid

Ref: 54-OR912691

2-(2-Cyanophenyl)acetic acid

Ref: 10-F209283

2-Cyanobenzeneacetic acid

Ref: IN-DA0038WO