Description

1-Bromo-3-Chloropropan-2-Ol is a versatile bifunctional alkylating agent and a key halogenated alcohol intermediate. This compound is valued for its ability to introduce both bromo and chloro functional groups in a single molecule, enabling efficient synthesis of complex structures. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), fine chemicals, and polymer modifiers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in the development of β-blockers and other therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators where its halogenated structure is incorporated into the final active molecule.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Serves as a cross-linking agent or a reactive modifier in the production of specialty polymers, epoxy resins, and coatings to alter physical properties.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a versatile alkylating agent in nucleophilic substitution reactions to construct carbon-carbon and carbon-heteroatom bonds in fine chemical manufacturing.
• Liquid Crystal & Electronic Chemical Precursor: Acts as a starting material in the synthesis of compounds used in liquid crystal displays (LCDs) and other electronic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Bromo-3-Chloropropan-2-Ol
CAS No.	4540-44-7
Molecular Formula	C3H6BrClO
Molecular Weight	173.44 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Propanol, 1-bromo-3-chloro-; 3-Chloro-1-bromo-2-propanol; 1-Bromo-3-chloro-2-propanol; 1-Bromo-3-chloroisopropanol; 3-Chloro-1-bromopropan-2-ol; BCP; Chlorobromohydrin; Glycerol α-bromo-β-chlorohydrin
EINECS	224-889-6

Quality Control

Our 1-Bromo-3-Chloropropan-2-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.70 - 1.80
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.510 - 1.520

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