Description

1,3-Dibromo-2-Propanol CAS NO 96-21-9 is a versatile brominated alcohol intermediate of significant importance in organic synthesis. Its reactive bromine and hydroxyl groups make it a valuable building block for constructing more complex molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring bromoalkyl functionalities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Serves as a cross-linking agent or flame retardant additive in polymer formulations.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in laboratory-scale and industrial organic reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions and etherifications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry and material science research programs.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Dibromo-2-Propanol
CAS No.	96-21-9
Molecular Formula	C3H6Br2O
Molecular Weight	217.89 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Dibromopropan-2-ol; 2-Propanol, 1,3-dibromo-; sym-Dibromoisopropyl Alcohol; Glycerol α,γ-Dibromohydrin; 1,3-Dibromo-2-hydroxypropane; DBPA; NSC 60526
EINECS	202-487-5

Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dibromo-2-Propanol is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for demanding synthesis applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is 2-25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize moisture absorption and decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Specific Gravity (20°C)	2.10 - 2.30
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.550 - 1.560

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