Description

9H-Fluorene-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized fluorene derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of sophisticated materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with complex polycyclic frameworks.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a core structure for developing electron-transport or host materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating advanced pesticides and herbicides with specific activity profiles.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Functional group allows for incorporation into chiral ligands or organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Polymer and Resin Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or modifier to introduce fluorene units, enhancing thermal stability and optical properties in polymers.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for producing specialized fluorescent dyes or high-performance pigments.
• Academic and R&D: Essential reagent for methodological studies and exploring new chemical reactions in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	9H-Fluorene-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	7507-40-6
Molecular Formula	C14H10O2
Molecular Weight	210.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Fluorenecarboxylic Acid; 9H-Fluorene-2-carboxylic acid; Fluorene-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Carboxyfluorene; 9H-Fluorene-β-carboxylic Acid; NSC 403714; 2-Fluorenylcarboxylic Acid; 9H-Dibenzo[a,h]fluorene-2-carboxylic acid (incorrect but common misnomer)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 9H-Fluorene-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place 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 under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.