Fluorene

Fluorene, also known as 9H-fluorene, is a versatile polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon used as a building block in advanced materials, organic synthesis, OLED-related materials and specialty chemicals. Aozun supplies 95% and 98% grades for different industrial requirements. You can also view our organic chemicals range.

Technical Specifications

Packaging and Storage

• Net weight: 25 kg fiber drum.

• Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place.

• Keep away from heat, direct sunlight and strong oxidizing agents.

Primary Applications and Uses

Fluorene serves as a precursor and intermediate in several industries due to its rigid molecular structure and reactivity at the 9-position.

Organic Electronics & Optoelectronics

Fluorene is used as a starting material for fluorene-based monomers and polyfluorene derivatives. These downstream materials may be used in OLEDs, organic solar cells, electroluminescent materials and other optoelectronic applications.

Pharmaceutical Intermediates

Fluorene derivatives are used as intermediates in pharmaceutical and organic synthesis, including the production of Fmoc protecting groups and selected pharmaceutical compounds.

Dyes and Pigments

Fluorene can be used as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain dyes, pigments and specialty colorants.

Polymers and Materials Science

Fluorene-based structures are used in the synthesis of specialty polymers, optical materials, photoresists and fluorenyl ligands for metallocene catalysts. For a related fluorene-based material, see Bisphenoxyethanolfluorene (BPEF).

Other Specialty Uses

Fluorene can also be converted into fluorenone and other downstream derivatives used in specialty synthesis, chemical sensors and functional materials. Customers looking for other aromatic intermediates may also view Carbazole.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is Fluorene?

A: Fluorene is a polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon (PAH) with formula C₁₃H₁₀, featuring a fused tricyclic structure. It is derived primarily from coal tar and used as a precursor in advanced chemistry.

Q: What are the main industrial uses of Fluorene?

A: It is primarily used in OLED materials, pharmaceutical intermediates (e.g., Fmoc protecting groups), dyes/pigments, polymer catalysts, and high-performance optical materials.

Q: Is Fluorene the same as Fluorine?

A: No. Fluorene is a hydrocarbon (C₁₃H₁₀) named for its violet fluorescence; it contains no fluorine atoms.

Q: Is Fluorene soluble in water?

A: No. Fluorene is practically insoluble in water but soluble in suitable organic solvents. Actual solubility may vary depending on the solvent and temperature.

Q: What is the difference between Fluorene and Fluorenone?

A: Fluorene is the parent hydrocarbon; fluorenone is its oxidized derivative (with a carbonyl at position 9), used in further syntheses.

Q: How should Fluorene be stored?

A: Store in a cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, away from strong oxidants and light to preserve purity.

Q: Is Fluorene hazardous to health or the environment?

A: It may cause mild irritation and is toxic to aquatic organisms. Use proper handling and disposal practices per local regulations.

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