Description

1,3-Dichloropropan-2-Ol is a versatile chlorinated alcohol intermediate of significant industrial importance. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both hydroxyl and chloromethyl groups, makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing more complex molecules. This compound is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for use in production and research.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key starting material or synthon in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring a chlorohydrin backbone.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, insecticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Epoxy Resin Modifier: Serves as a reactive diluent or cross-linking agent in epoxy resin formulations.
• Surface Active Agent Production: Intermediate for the synthesis of certain surfactants and emulsifiers.
• Organic Synthesis: Versatile building block for introducing the 1,3-dichloro-2-hydroxypropyl moiety into target molecules in fine chemical production.
• Polymer Chemistry: Monomer or cross-linker in the synthesis of specialty polymers and coatings.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Dichloropropan-2-Ol
CAS No.	27988-86-9
Molecular Formula	C3H6Cl2O
Molecular Weight	128.98 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dichloro-2-propanol; 1,3-Dichloroisopropanol; Glycerol α,γ-dichlorohydrin; sym-Dichloroisopropyl Alcohol; 2-Propanol, 1,3-dichloro-; Dichlorohydrin; DCIP
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dichloropropan-2-Ol is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are provided to guarantee supply reliability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and bases. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.35 - 1.38
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.480 - 1.485

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.