Description

2,7-Dibromofluorene is a high-purity brominated aromatic compound serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced material science. Its value lies in its role as a versatile building block for constructing complex organic frameworks, particularly in the development of specialized polymers and electronic materials. This product is essential for R&D and production teams in the organic electronics, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality precursors.

Application

• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): A key precursor for synthesizing fluorene-based polymers and small molecules used as emissive or charge-transport layers.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a building block in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Polymer Chemistry: Used to create bromine-functionalized monomers for the production of high-performance engineering plastics and conjugated polymers.
• Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs): Employed in the synthesis of fluorene derivatives that can be used as components in liquid crystal mixtures.
• Organic Photovoltaics (OPVs): Acts as a starting material for developing novel donor or acceptor materials in solar cell applications.
• Material Science Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial research into new organic semiconductors and optoelectronic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: An excellent substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form complex biaryl structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,7-Dibromofluorene
CAS No.	16433-88-8
Molecular Formula	C13H8Br2
Molecular Weight	324.01 g/mol
Synonyms	2,7-Dibromo-9H-fluorene; 9H-Fluorene, 2,7-dibromo-; NSC 404082; Fluorene, 2,7-dibromo-; 2,7-Dibromofluoren; 2,7-Dibrom-fluoren; 2,7-Dibromo-9H-fluoren
EINECS	240-485-8

Quality Control

Our 2,7-Dibromofluorene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive synthetic applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	163 - 167 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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