Molekula
9-Fluorenone
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9-Fluorenone is an organic compound with a bright yellow crystalline appearance, widely used as a precursor in pharmaceutical synthesis, dye production, and organic electronics like OLEDs. It is also employed as a reagent in Oppenauer oxidations and as an intermediate for preparing compounds such as 2,3,7-trinitrofluorenone and 2-methyl-3-phenylbenzyl alcohol. Its structure enables versatile chemical modifications, making it valuable in research and industrial applications. CAS 486-25-9, molecular formula C13H8O, molecular weight 180.20 g/mol. Store at ambient temperatures under dry conditions. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies 9-Fluorenone from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellow crystals or flakes or granulous |
| Water | ≤0.50% |
| Content | ≥99% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 163 °C |
| Transport Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 84 °C |
| Boiling Point | 341.5 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Insoluble in water. Soluble in oxygenated and aromatic solvents |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.0000572 mmHg |
| Refractive Index | 1.6369 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 3.58 |
Source: PubChem CID 10241 (HSDB, Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90030454 |
| CAS Number | 486-25-9 |
| IUPAC Name | fluoren-9-one |
| EC Number | 207-630-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C13H8O |
| Molecular Weight | 180.20 |
| Exact Mass | 180.0575 |
| SMILES | C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C3=CC=CC=C3C2=O |
| InChIKey | YLQWCDOCJODRMT-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C13H8O/c14-13-11-7-3-1-5-9(11)10-6-2-4-8-12(10)13/h1-8H |
| PubChem CID | 10241 |
| UN Number | UN3077 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| Tariff Code | 29143900900 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 9-fluoreneone
- 9-Oxofluorene
- 9H-Fluoren-9-one
- 9H-Fluorene-9-one
- c0390
- Diphenylene ketone
- Fluoren-9-one
- FLUORENONE
- WLN: L B656 HVJ
Frequently asked questions
What is 9-Fluorenone commonly used for?
9-Fluorenone is primarily used as a precursor in organic synthesis, including the production of dyes, pharmaceuticals, and fluorescent materials, as well as a photoinitiator in UV-curable coatings.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 9-Fluorenone?
The chemical formula is **C₁₃H₈O**, and the molecular weight is **180.20 g/mol**.
How should 9-Fluorenone be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and incompatible substances.
What grades or purities of 9-Fluorenone does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **high-purity (98%+)** 9-Fluorenone suitable for research and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply 9-Fluorenone in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk quantities of 9-Fluorenone upon request—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation is provided with an order of 9-Fluorenone?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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