Description

3-Fluoroxanthen-9-One is a high-purity fluorinated organic intermediate of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the development of novel materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), where the introduction of fluorine can dramatically alter physical and biological properties. Industries requiring sophisticated fine chemical synthesis, such as pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical development, and specialty materials science, are the primary users of this product.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly in oncology and central nervous system (CNS) therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, where the fluorine atom enhances bioactivity and environmental stability.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Acts as a building block for electron-transport or host materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized fluorone dyes and high-performance pigments for industrial applications.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalytic processes.
• Academic and Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for exploring new fluorination methodologies and structure-activity relationships (SAR) in chemical discovery programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Fluoroxanthen-9-One
CAS No.	2839-50-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₇FO₂
Molecular Weight	214.19 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Fluoro-9H-xanthen-9-one; 3-Fluoro-9-oxoxanthene; 9H-Xanthen-9-one, 3-fluoro-; 3-Fluoroxanthone; 3-Fluoro-xanthen-9-one; 3-Fluoroxanthenone; 3-Fluoro-9-xanthenone
EINECS	220-618-8

Quality Control

Our 3-Fluoroxanthen-9-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to verify identity and purity against established specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (NMR)	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.