Description

9,9-Bis(2-ethylhexyl)-9H-fluorene-2,7-diol is a high-purity, functionalized fluorene derivative, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in the synthesis of sophisticated organic materials. Its value lies in its rigid, planar fluorene core and the two hydroxyl groups, which provide reactive sites for polymerization and modification, enabling precise control over material properties. This compound is essential for R&D and production in the electronics, polymer, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to create high-performance polymers, OLED materials, and liquid crystals.

Application

• Advanced Polymer Synthesis: Key monomer for producing polycarbonates, polyesters, and polyethers with enhanced thermal stability, optical clarity, and mechanical strength.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Building block for hole-transport layers (HTL), host materials, and emitters in Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs) and photovoltaic cells.
• Liquid Crystal Displays (LCDs): Used in the synthesis of fluorene-based liquid crystal compounds for display applications.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a sophisticated scaffold in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Specialty Additives: Incorporated into formulations to improve UV stability and performance characteristics of coatings and engineering plastics.
• Research & Development: A valuable tool for academic and industrial chemists exploring new materials for optoelectronics and high-performance polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	9,9-Bis(2-ethylhexyl)-9H-fluorene-2,7-diol
CAS No.	264615-47-6
Molecular Formula	C₃₃H₅₀O₂
Molecular Weight	482.75 g/mol
Synonyms	2,7-Fluorenediol, 9,9-bis(2-ethylhexyl)-; 9,9-Bis(2-ethylhexyl)fluorene-2,7-diol; BEF-diol; 2,7-Dihydroxy-9,9-bis(2-ethylhexyl)fluorene; 9H-Fluorene-2,7-diol, 9,9-bis(2-ethylhexyl)-; 264615-47-6; Fluorene diol derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 9,9-Bis(2-ethylhexyl)-9H-fluorene-2,7-diol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for demanding applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 acids and incompatible materials such as oxidizing agents. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from 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 (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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