Description

9-(2-Bromoethyl)-9H-Fluorene is a versatile and high-purity brominated fluorene derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its reactive bromoethyl side chain, which enables efficient functionalization and the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, particularly for developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, especially those with fluorene-based scaffolds for neurological and oncological targets.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators requiring specific halogenated intermediates.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Acts as a core building block for creating novel organic semiconductors, charge-transport materials, and emissive layers in display technologies.
• Polymer Chemistry: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for synthesizing specialty polymers with tailored thermal and optical properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized to create sophisticated phosphine or nitrogen-based ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic chemistry, including cross-coupling reactions and cyclization protocols.

Basic Information

Product Name	9-(2-Bromoethyl)-9H-Fluorene
CAS No.	108012-12-1
Molecular Formula	C15H13Br
Molecular Weight	273.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(9H-Fluoren-9-yl)ethyl bromide; 9-(2-Bromoethyl)fluorene; 9H-Fluorene, 9-(2-bromoethyl)-; Fluorene, 9-(2-bromoethyl)-; 2-(Fluoren-9-yl)ethyl bromide; 9-Bromoethylfluorene; (2-Bromoethyl)fluorene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 9-(2-Bromoethyl)-9H-Fluorene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all relevant specifications. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding synthesis projects.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and packaging should minimize exposure to direct light.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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