Description

3,6-Dimethyl-Fluorene is a high-purity, specialized organic compound belonging to the polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon class, serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its rigid, planar fluorene core with strategically positioned methyl groups, which are essential for tuning the electronic and physical properties of target materials. This compound is primarily needed by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors, particularly for developing organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), liquid crystals, and high-performance polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a key synthon in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• OLED Materials Development: Serves as a core structure or a functionalizing unit for hole-transport, electron-transport, and host materials in organic light-emitting diode (OLED) displays and lighting.
• Liquid Crystal Compounds: Used in the production of advanced liquid crystal materials for displays (LCDs) due to its ability to influence mesomorphic properties.
• Polymer & Resin Modifiers: Incorporated into polymer backbones to enhance thermal stability, rigidity, and optical properties of engineering plastics and specialty resins.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed as a precursor in the manufacture of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for developing novel organic electronic components.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediates: Functions as a starting material for synthesizing specific fluorescent dyes and high-performance pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,6-Dimethyl-Fluorene
CAS No.	7495-37-6
Molecular Formula	C15H14
Molecular Weight	194.27 g/mol
Synonyms	3,6-Dimethyl-9H-fluorene; 9H-Fluorene, 3,6-dimethyl-; Fluorene, 3,6-dimethyl-; 3,6-Dimethylfluorene; 3,6-Xylylfluorene; 3,6-DMF
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Quality Control

Our 3,6-Dimethyl-Fluorene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive and should be handled and stored accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	95 - 99 °C
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.