Description

9-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-9H-Fluorene is a high-purity, specialty organic compound belonging to the fluorene class, characterized by its tert-butyl substituent. This structural feature makes it a valuable advanced intermediate and building block for the synthesis of complex organic molecules. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials research sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for creating complex molecular architectures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as a precursor or dopant in the synthesis of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), semiconductors, and other optoelectronic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis and polymerization processes.
• Polymer Science: Incorporated into polymer backbones to modify thermal stability, solubility, and optical properties of high-performance plastics and resins.
• Research & Development: A crucial reagent in academic and industrial R&D labs for exploring new chemical reactions and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	9-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-9H-Fluorene
CAS No.	17114-78-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₈
Molecular Weight	222.33 g/mol
Synonyms	9-tert-Butylfluorene; 9-tert-Butyl-9H-fluorene; 9-(tert-Butyl)fluorene; 9-(2-Methyl-2-propanyl)-9H-fluorene; 9-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)fluorene; 9-t-Butylfluorene; tert-Butylfluorene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 9-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-9H-Fluorene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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	Contact for details
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.