Description

3-Chloro-2-(Chloromethyl)-2-Methylpropan-1-Ol is a versatile chlorinated alcohol intermediate with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both a hydroxyl and reactive chloromethyl groups, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications ranging from polymer modification to the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs, leveraging its reactive sites for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators, where its chlorinated structure contributes to biological activity.
• Polymer Chemistry: Used as a cross-linking agent or monomer modifier in the production of specialty resins, coatings, and adhesives to enhance properties like durability and chemical resistance.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in laboratory-scale and industrial organic synthesis for introducing chloromethyl and hydroxyl functionalities into target molecules.
• Ligand and Chelator Preparation: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing complexing agents and ligands used in catalysis and metal ion sequestration.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Chloro-2-(Chloromethyl)-2-Methylpropan-1-Ol
CAS No.	5355-54-4
Molecular Formula	C5H10Cl2O
Molecular Weight	157.04 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Propanol, 3-chloro-2-(chloromethyl)-2-methyl-; 2-(Chloromethyl)-3-chloro-2-methyl-1-propanol; 3-Chloro-2-(chloromethyl)-2-methyl-1-propanol; 2-Methyl-3-chloro-2-chloromethylpropan-1-ol; NSC 403697; Chlorinated C5 Alcohol; Bis(chloromethyl)propanol derivative
EINECS	226-324-6

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Chloro-2-(Chloromethyl)-2-Methylpropan-1-Ol is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, and our comprehensive quality control includes identity confirmation, purity assay, and impurity profiling. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

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 between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	1.20 - 1.25
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.480 - 1.490

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