Description

2-Chloro-2-Propen-1-Ol is a versatile chlorinated allylic alcohol intermediate of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its reactive chloro and hydroxyl functional groups make it a valuable building block for constructing more complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams 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: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of various drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), leveraging its reactive sites for further functionalization.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its chlorinated allylic structure is incorporated into bioactive compounds.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent to introduce chlorine and hydroxyl functionality into polymers, enhancing properties like adhesion, flame retardancy, or reactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in laboratory-scale and industrial organic synthesis for nucleophilic substitution reactions, esterifications, and the preparation of other allylic derivatives.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and developing novel compounds in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-2-Propen-1-Ol
CAS No.	5976-47-6
Molecular Formula	C3H5ClO
Molecular Weight	92.52 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloroallyl Alcohol; 1-Chloro-2-propen-1-ol; 2-Chloro-2-propenol; 2-Chloroallyl Alcohol; 3-Chloro-2-propen-1-ol; Chloroallyl Alcohol; 2-Propen-1-ol, 2-chloro-; Allyl alcohol, 2-chloro-
EINECS	227-780-2

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-2-Propen-1-Ol is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (GC/HPLC) and spectroscopic methods, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is between 2°C and 8°C to maintain stability for extended periods. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and volatilization.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Impurities (GC)	≤ 2.0% (total)

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