Description

9-Fluorenone-1-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized fluorenone derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and materials science sectors. Industries that require precise, high-quality intermediates for research and production, such as pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical development, and organic electronics, will find this product essential.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a building block for organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and photovoltaic materials due to the fluorenone core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalytic systems.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for the production of high-performance dyes and functional pigments.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory chemistry in R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	9-Fluorenone-1-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1573-92-8
Molecular Formula	C14H8O3
Molecular Weight	224.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Fluorenone-9-carboxylic acid; 9-Oxofluorene-1-carboxylic acid; 9H-Fluoren-9-one-1-carboxylic acid; 1-Carboxyfluorenone; NSC 403107; 9-Fluorenonecarboxylic-1-acid; Fluorenone-1-carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 9-Fluorenone-1-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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