Compound Q&A
How is 9H-Fluoren-9-ylacetic acid (CAS: 6284-80-6) typically synthesized?
Answer
9H-Fluoren-9-ylacetic acid is typically synthesized by esterification of fluorene-9-carboxylic acid chloride with methanol in the presence of an acid catalyst, such as sulfuric acid. The yield can reach up to 90%, and the reaction is carried out at room temperature. Selectivity is good, with high purity product obtained via recrystallization.
About
CAS No
6284-80-6
English Name
9H-Fluoren-9-ylacetic acid
Molecular Formula
C15H12O2
Molecular Weight
224.26 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C(C3=CC=CC=C32)CC(=O)O
InChIKey
WFSMJMTYIMFHPV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-23 07:31
