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2-Acetamidofluorene (CAS 53-96-3)

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Alternate Names:
N-(2-Fluorenyl)acetamide; N-Acetyl-2-aminofluorene
CAS Number:
53-96-3
Purity:
≥98%
Molecular Weight:
223.27
Molecular Formula:
C15H13NO
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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2-Acetamidofluorene also referred to as 2-acetylaminofluorobenzene, 2-acetylaminofluorobenzene-2-carboxylic acid, and 2-acetylaminofluorobenzene-2-carboxylic acid ester, stands as an aromatic amine extensively utilized in both research and industrial contexts. Its remarkable reactivity makes it a versatile tool for generating a diverse array of compounds.The pronounced reactivity of 2-Acetamidofluorene fosters interactions with a broad spectrum of compounds, including proteins, enzymes, and DNA. Through these interactions, novel compounds can be forged. Although the precise mechanism of 2-AAF′s action remains somewhat elusive, the prevailing notion centers on the creation of covalent bonds between the molecule and its target compound.


2-Acetamidofluorene (CAS 53-96-3) References

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2-Acetamidofluorene, 5 g

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5 g
$122.00