Description

9H-Fluorene-9-Thiol is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a thiol group attached to the 9-position of a fluorene scaffold. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is particularly sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its sulfur-containing moiety for bioactivity.
• Functional Material Precursor: Acts as a monomer or ligand in the creation of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A crucial reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and catalytic processes.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: Employed to create specialized ligands for transition metal catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	9H-Fluorene-9-Thiol
CAS No.	19552-08-0
Molecular Formula	C13H10S
Molecular Weight	198.28 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Fluorenethiol; 9-Mercaptofluorene; Fluoren-9-thiol; 9H-Fluorene-9-thione (tautomer); 9-Thiofluorenol; 9-Fluorenyl mercaptan; NSC 403119
EINECS	243-145-8

Quality Control

Our 9H-Fluorene-9-Thiol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C to minimize oxidation and degradation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.