Description

9H-Fluorene-9,9-Dimethanol is a versatile bifunctional organic building block characterized by its rigid fluorene core and two hydroxymethyl groups. This compound matters for its role as a key monomer and intermediate in the synthesis of advanced polymers and specialty chemicals. Industries requiring high-performance materials, such as polymer engineering and fine chemical manufacturing, need this product for developing materials with specific thermal and mechanical properties.

Application

• Polymer Synthesis: Serves as a crucial monomer for producing polycarbonates, polyesters, and epoxy resins with enhanced thermal stability and rigidity.
• Liquid Crystal Polymers (LCPs): Used as a rigid-rod component to create high-performance LCPs for electronics and aerospace applications.
• Cross-linking Agent: Functions as a cross-linker in thermosetting polymers to improve mechanical strength and chemical resistance.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a building block in the synthesis of complex organic molecules for pharmaceutical research and development.
• Organic Electronics: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors and hole-transport materials for OLEDs and solar cells.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized as a precursor for synthesizing fluorescent dyes and advanced colorants.
• Adhesive Formulations: Incorporated into high-performance adhesive systems to enhance bonding strength and durability.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A valuable reagent for material science research and the development of novel polymeric architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	9H-Fluorene-9,9-Dimethanol
CAS No.	4425-93-8
Molecular Formula	C16H16O2
Molecular Weight	240.30 g/mol
Synonyms	9,9-Bis(hydroxymethyl)fluorene; Fluorene-9,9-dimethanol; 9H-Fluorene-9,9-diylbis(methanol); 9,9-Di(hydroxymethyl)fluorene; BHF; 9,9-Bis(methanol)fluorene; 9,9-Fluorenedimethanol; 2,2'-(9H-Fluorene-9,9-diyl)diethanol (common misnomer)
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Quality Control

Our 9H-Fluorene-9,9-Dimethanol is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets precise specifications for advanced synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	118 - 122 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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