Description

2-Chloropropene is a highly reactive and versatile chlorinated alkene intermediate essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to act as a key building block for introducing the allyl chloride moiety, enabling the production of a wide range of specialty chemicals and polymers. This compound is particularly important for research and development laboratories, agrochemical manufacturers, and pharmaceutical companies seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and fine chemicals.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, insecticides, and other crop protection agents.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a reactive monomer or cross-linking agent in the manufacture of specialty polymers, adhesives, and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in Grignard reactions, alkylation processes, and the synthesis of other complex organic molecules in R&D settings.
• Chemical Research: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for method development and exploring new chemical pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloropropene
CAS No.	557-98-2
Molecular Formula	C3H5Cl
Molecular Weight	76.52 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-1-propene; Isopropenyl chloride; 1-Chloro-1-methylethylene; 2-Chloropropylene; β-Chloropropene; Methallyl chloride (common name); Chloroisobutylene
EINECS	209-187-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloropropene is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including gas chromatography (GC) and NMR spectroscopy, to verify identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical properties 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, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its highly volatile nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain product integrity. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C (refrigerated) for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Density (at 20°C)	0.90 - 0.92 g/mL
Boiling Point	~ 35-37 °C

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