Description

1-Bromo-9H-Fluoren-9-One is a versatile brominated fluorenone derivative, a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its ability to act as a crucial intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in materials science and pharmaceutical research. This compound is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with complex polycyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the fluorenone scaffold is beneficial.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a key starting material for synthesizing electron-transport or host materials in OLED displays and lighting technologies.
• Organic Photoconductors (OPCs): Employed in the development of charge-generating materials for photocopiers and laser printers.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized to create specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis or as a core structure for organocatalysts.
• Polymer and Material Science: Functions as a monomer or modifier for creating high-performance polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Provides the foundational structure for synthesizing specialized dyes and pigments.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and exploring new chemical reactions in research laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Bromo-9H-Fluoren-9-One
CAS No.	36804-63-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₇BrO
Molecular Weight	259.10 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Bromofluoren-9-one; 9-Fluorenone, 1-bromo-; 1-Bromo-9-fluorenone; 1-Bromo-9-oxofluorene; 1-Bromofluorenone; 1-Bromo-9H-fluoren-9-one; NSC 163082; BRN 2048737
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-9H-Fluoren-9-One is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all specification parameters. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for reliable supply to regulated industries.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in amber glass or opaque packaging.

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.