Description

1-Bromo-2-Chloropropane is a halogenated alkane building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile bifunctional alkylating agent, enabling the introduction of both bromo and chloro functionalities in a single step. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other complex organic molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides as a precursor for active ingredients.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis laboratories for nucleophilic substitution and coupling reactions.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers and resins.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Material Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of intermediates for advanced materials used in displays and electronics.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-2-Chloropropane
CAS No.	3017-96-7
Molecular Formula	C3H6BrCl
Molecular Weight	157.44 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-1-bromopropane; 1-Bromo-2-chloropropane; Propane, 1-bromo-2-chloro-; 2-Chloropropyl bromide; NSC 60545; Bromochloropropane; α-Bromo-β-chloropropane
EINECS	221-161-7

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-2-Chloropropane is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC analysis for purity and identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 bases and metals. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and volatilization.

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.