Description

1-Bromo-2,3-Epoxypropane is a versatile bifunctional organobromine compound and a key reactive intermediate in organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both an epoxide ring and a bromine atom, makes it a valuable building block for introducing functional groups and creating complex molecular architectures. This chemical is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring bromoalkyl or glycidyl ether functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where it acts as an alkylating agent.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Serves as a cross-linking agent or a reactive diluent in epoxy resin systems, and as a monomer for specialty polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in organic laboratories for nucleophilic ring-opening reactions and the preparation of more complex brominated compounds.
• Surface Active Agent Precursor: Utilized in the synthesis of certain surfactants and quaternary ammonium compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-2,3-Epoxypropane
CAS No.	3132-64-7
Molecular Formula	C3H5BrO
Molecular Weight	136.98 g/mol
Synonyms	Epibromohydrin; 2,3-Epoxypropyl Bromide; Glycidyl Bromide; 3-Bromo-1,2-epoxypropane; Bromomethyloxirane; (Oxiran-2-yl)methyl Bromide; Bromoepoxypropane; 1-Bromo-2,3-epoxypropane
EINECS	221-529-3

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-2,3-Epoxypropane is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical testing, including assay by GC/HPLC and impurity profiling, to meet the exacting requirements of our industrial and research clients. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is available for every shipment upon request.

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 oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C to maximize stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.60 - 1.62
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.480 - 1.485

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