Description

2,7-Dichlorofluorene is a halogenated fluorene derivative serving as a versatile and critical organic intermediate. Its value lies in its rigid, planar biphenyl-like structure, which can be further functionalized to create advanced materials with specific electronic or photophysical properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics sectors, where it is used to synthesize complex molecules and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with fused polycyclic structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic system.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a precursor for electron-transport materials or host materials in OLED displays and lighting due to its fluorene backbone.
• Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) Materials: Serves as a starting material for constructing donor or acceptor units in polymer or small molecule solar cells.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in organometallic chemistry to create sophisticated ligands for catalysis.
• Polymer Chemistry: A monomer for synthesizing high-performance engineering plastics and specialty polymers with enhanced thermal stability.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and material properties.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the production of specialized colorants and fluorescent dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,7-Dichlorofluorene
CAS No.	7012-16-0
Molecular Formula	C13H8Cl2
Molecular Weight	235.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2,7-Dichloro-9H-fluorene; 9H-Fluorene, 2,7-dichloro-; NSC 403116; Fluorene, 2,7-dichloro-; 2,7-Dichlorofluoren; 2,7-Dichlorfluoren
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Quality Control

Our 2,7-Dichlorofluorene is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing all critical specifications to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	154 - 158 °C
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.