CAS 1986-00-1

4-Hydroxy-9-fluorenone

Description:

4-Hydroxy-9-fluorenone, with the CAS number 1986-00-1, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of ketones and phenols. It features a fluorenone structure, characterized by a fused ring system consisting of a phenyl group and a carbonyl group, with a hydroxyl group (-OH) positioned at the 4th carbon of the phenyl ring. This compound is typically a yellow to orange solid at room temperature and is known for its ability to undergo various chemical reactions, including oxidation and reduction. It exhibits moderate solubility in organic solvents such as ethanol and acetone, while being less soluble in water due to its hydrophobic fluorenone structure. 4-Hydroxy-9-fluorenone is often utilized in organic synthesis and as a fluorescent probe in biochemical applications. Its unique structural features contribute to its reactivity and potential use in materials science, particularly in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other electronic devices.

Formula: C₁₃H₈O₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C13H8O2/c14-11-7-3-6-10-12(11)8-4-1-2-5-9(8)13(10)15/h1-7,14H

InChI key: InChIKey=OZLKIIAMQWXVKQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: OC1=C2C=3C(C(=O)C2=CC=C1)=CC=CC3

Synonyms:

• 4-Hydroxy-9-fluorenone
• 4-Hydroxy-9H-fluoren-9-one
• NSC 49683
• Fluoren-9-one, 4-hydroxy-
• 9H-Fluoren-9-one, 4-hydroxy-

9H-Fluoren-9-one, 4-hydroxy-

CAS: 1986-00-1

Formula: C₁₃H₈O₂

Molecular weight: 196.2014

Ref: IN-DA002BNN

4-Hydroxy-9H-fluoren-9-one

CAS: 1986-00-1

4-Hydroxy-9H-fluoren-9-one is a byproduct of the oxidation of fatty acids in soil microorganisms. It inhibits bacterial growth and has been shown to have synergistic effects with aromatic hydrocarbons. 4-Hydroxy-9H-fluoren-9-one can inhibit the production of enzymes such as acetyl coenzyme A carboxylase, which are necessary for cellular respiration and carbon metabolism. This compound also inhibits the dioxygenation of propionate to acetate and butyrate, which are important substrates for microorganisms. 4-Hydroxy-9H-fluoren-9-one is produced by bacteria in deionized water when exposed to dioxygen. It can be used as a carbon source for bacterial growth and can inhibit the activity of enzymes that metabolize aromatic compounds, such as biphenyl.

Formula: C₁₃H₈O₂

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 196.2 g/mol

Ref: 3D-BAA98600