Description

2-Bromofluorene is a versatile halogenated aromatic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring a bromine atom on the fluorene scaffold, makes it an essential intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and photophysical properties. This high-purity compound is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional organic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its halogenated structure for bioactive molecule construction.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a fundamental building block for creating electron-transport materials and host materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create specialized ligands for transition metal catalysts used in cross-coupling reactions.
• Polymer and Material Science: Incorporated into polymer backbones or as a side-chain modifier to engineer materials with specific thermal, optical, or electronic characteristics.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A standard reagent for methodological development in organic synthesis and for studying reaction mechanisms involving aryl halides.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromofluorene
CAS No.	1133-80-8
Molecular Formula	C13H9Br
Molecular Weight	245.11 g/mol
Synonyms	9H-Fluoren-2-yl bromide; 2-Fluorenyl bromide; 2-Bromo-9H-fluorene; NSC 404108; 2-Bromfluoren; Fluorene, 2-bromo-; 2-Bromofluoren
EINECS	214-487-6

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromofluorene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity determination, GC for residual solvent analysis, and spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR) for structural confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	103 - 107 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.