The present invention relates to an electron buffering material, and an organic electroluminescent device comprising a first electrode; a second electrode facing the first electrode; a light-emitting layer between the first electrode and the second electrode; and an electron transport zone and an electron buffering layer between the light-emitting layer and the second electrode. The electron buffering material of the present invention can produce an organic electroluminescent device having low driving voltage, excellent luminous efficiency, and long lifespan.