Description

2-Bromo-1-Chloropropane is a versatile halogenated alkane intermediate of significant importance in synthetic organic chemistry. Its bifunctional nature, featuring both bromine and chlorine atoms, makes it a valuable building block for constructing more complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for applications in alkylation and nucleophilic substitution reactions.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in laboratory and industrial-scale reactions for introducing propyl groups with halogen handles for further functionalization.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized in the modification of polymers and resins to alter physical or chemical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent in methodological development and exploratory chemistry within R&D laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-1-Chloropropane
CAS No.	3017-95-6
Molecular Formula	C3H6BrCl
Molecular Weight	157.44 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-2-bromopropane; Propane, 2-bromo-1-chloro-; 2-Bromopropyl chloride; 1-Chloro-2-bromopropane; α-Bromo-ω-chloropropane; NSC 60545; Bromochloropropane
EINECS	221-161-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-1-Chloropropane is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials such as strong bases and metals. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Density (at 20°C)	1.50 - 1.55 g/mL
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.480 - 1.490
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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