Description

9-(Hydroxymethyl)-9H-Fluorene-2,7-Dicarboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multifunctional organic building block with a rigid fluorene core. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the synthesis of advanced materials, where its dicarboxylic acid and hydroxymethyl functionalities enable precise molecular design. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and high-performance polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical scaffold for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in oncology and neurology research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing high-temperature resistant polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs): Functions as an organic linker due to its carboxylate groups, contributing to porous materials for gas storage and catalysis.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized fluorescent dyes and pigments with unique optical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for exploring new chemical reactions and material properties in laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	9-(Hydroxymethyl)-9H-Fluorene-2,7-Dicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	917615-53-3
Molecular Formula	C17H12O5
Molecular Weight	296.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2,7-Fluorenedicarboxylic acid, 9-(hydroxymethyl)-; 9H-Fluorene-2,7-dicarboxylic acid, 9-(hydroxymethyl)-; 9-(Hydroxymethyl)fluorene-2,7-dicarboxylic acid; 9-Hydroxymethyl-9H-fluorene-2,7-dicarboxylic acid; Fluorene-2,7-dicarboxylic acid, 9-hydroxymethyl derivative
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Quality Control

Our 9-(Hydroxymethyl)-9H-Fluorene-2,7-Dicarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all critical quality parameters. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for research and scale-up processes.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
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.