Description

1-Isopropoxy-3-Chloro-2-Propanol is a versatile chlorohydrin ether intermediate with significant utility in organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a reactive chloromethyl group and an isopropoxy ether linkage, makes it a valuable building block for the production of specialty chemicals and functional polymers. This compound is particularly relevant for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries seeking to introduce specific ether and alcohol functionalities into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring ether-linked side chains or propanol backbones.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its chloro and alkoxy groups can be further functionalized.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Acts as a reactive diluent or cross-linking agent in epoxy resin systems and other specialty polymers to modify flexibility and curing properties.
• Surface Active Agent Production: Employed as an intermediate for synthesizing non-ionic surfactants and emulsifiers used in industrial and institutional cleaning formulations.
• Chemical Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in organic reactions such as nucleophilic substitutions and etherifications to construct more complex molecular architectures.
• Lubricant & Fuel Additive Intermediate: A component in the synthesis of additives designed to improve the performance characteristics of industrial lubricants and fuels.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Isopropoxy-3-Chloro-2-Propanol
CAS No.	4288-84-0
Molecular Formula	C6H13ClO2
Molecular Weight	152.62 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Chloro-1-isopropoxy-2-propanol; 1-Chloro-3-isopropoxy-2-propanol; Isopropyl glycidyl ether, chlorohydrin; 2-Propanol, 1-chloro-3-(1-methylethoxy)-; Glycidyl isopropyl ether chlorohydrin; IPC; 3-Chloro-2-hydroxypropyl isopropyl ether
EINECS	224-287-5

Quality Control

Our 1-Isopropoxy-3-Chloro-2-Propanol is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.080 - 1.100
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.440 - 1.445

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