Description

2-Azidopropane is a versatile organic azide compound, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its primary value lies in its ability to participate in click chemistry reactions, particularly the copper-catalyzed azide-alkyne cycloaddition (CuAAC), enabling the efficient construction of complex molecular architectures. This makes it an essential reagent for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, where precise molecular assembly is paramount.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of triazole-containing drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) via click chemistry.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Synthesis: Used for labeling biomolecules (proteins, antibodies, nucleic acids) with fluorescent dyes or other tags for diagnostic and research applications.
• Polymer & Materials Science: Functional monomer for creating polymers with tailored properties, such as cross-linked networks or smart materials.
• Agrochemical Development: Building block for novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that incorporate triazole moieties.
• Chemical Biology Research: Tool compound for activity-based protein profiling (ABPP) and other bioorthogonal labeling strategies.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Used to synthesize nitrogen-rich ligands for coordination chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Azidopropane
CAS No.	691-57-6
Molecular Formula	C3H7N3
Molecular Weight	85.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Azidopropane; Isopropyl Azide; Azidoisopropane; 2-Propanol, azide; 1-Azido-1-methylethane; Propan-2-yl azide; (Propan-2-yl)azane
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Quality Control

Our 2-Azidopropane is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and development as well as cGMP manufacturing for pharmaceutical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to the potential instability of organic azides, it is recommended to store at refrigerated temperatures (2-8°C) for long-term stability and to minimize the risk of decomposition. Always handle and store in accordance with the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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