Description

9-Fluorophenanthrene is a high-purity fluorinated polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique electronic properties, which make it an essential intermediate for developing novel materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics sectors for applications in material science and medicinal chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its structural properties.
• Organic Electronics: Acts as a building block for organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and other electronic materials.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and production of specialty polymers and advanced fluorinated materials.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for studying fluorination reactions and PAH chemistry.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Used as an intermediate in the manufacture of specialized dyes and fluorescent markers.

Basic Information

Product Name	9-Fluorophenanthrene
CAS No.	440-21-1
Molecular Formula	C14H9F
Molecular Weight	196.22 g/mol
Synonyms	9-Fluoro-phenanthrene; Phenanthrene, 9-fluoro-; 9-Fluorophenanthren; NSC 404087; 9-Fluorphenanthren; 9-Fluorphenanthrene; 9-F-Phenanthrene; Fluorophenanthrene
EINECS	207-125-3

Quality Control

Our 9-Fluorophenanthrene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production specifications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	96 - 100 °C
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.