Description

1,8-Dichloro-9H-fluoren-9-one is a halogenated derivative of fluorenone, serving as a versatile and high-value organic intermediate. Its unique structure makes it a critical building block for synthesizing advanced materials and specialty chemicals. This compound is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules for drug discovery.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a core structure or dopant for creating electron-transporting or emissive layers in electronic displays.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for producing high-performance dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Polymer and Material Science: Building block for functional polymers, liquid crystals, and other advanced materials with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Research & Development: Valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical reactions and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,8-Dichloro-9H-fluoren-9-one
CAS No.	18458-03-2
Molecular Formula	C13H6Cl2O
Molecular Weight	249.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1,8-Dichlorofluoren-9-one; 9H-Fluoren-9-one, 1,8-dichloro-; 1,8-Dichloro-9-fluorenone; NSC 403107; 1,8-Dichlorofluorenone; 2,7-Dichloro-9H-fluoren-9-one (alternative numbering); Dichlorofluorenone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,8-Dichloro-9H-fluoren-9-one is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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