Description

1-Propanol, 3-Azido- is a specialized organic compound featuring a reactive azido functional group on a short-chain alcohol backbone. This unique structure makes it a valuable bifunctional building block for chemical synthesis, particularly in the creation of complex molecules through click chemistry and other coupling reactions. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical researchers, agrochemical developers, and material scientists for constructing novel compounds and functionalized polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and prodrugs via azide-alkyne cycloaddition (click chemistry).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing functionalized polymers, hydrogels, and advanced materials with tailored properties.
• Bioconjugation: Enables the labeling and modification of biomolecules (proteins, peptides, nucleic acids) for diagnostic and therapeutic applications.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands and organometallic catalysts for asymmetric synthesis.
• Energetic Materials Research: Investigated as a component in the development of specialized propellants and explosives due to its azide content.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Propanol, 3-Azido-
CAS No.	72320-38-8
Molecular Formula	C3H7N3O
Molecular Weight	101.11 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Azido-1-propanol; 3-Azidopropan-1-ol; 1-Hydroxy-3-azidopropane; Azidopropanol; 3-Azidopropyl alcohol; NSC 406122; γ-Azidopropyl alcohol
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Quality Control

Our 1-Propanol, 3-Azido- is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your critical research and production processes. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, supporting development from laboratory to commercial scale.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to the presence of the azide group, which can be shock-sensitive under certain conditions, handle with appropriate care and avoid friction, impact, or static discharge. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

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

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