Chemical Name: 2,3-Dichloro-1-propanol
EC No.: 210-470-0
Molecular Formula: C3H6Cl2O
Molecular Weight: 128.98
Appearance: Clear, colorless to light yellow viscous liquid
Assay: >= 98.0%
2,3-Dichloro-1-propanol CAS 616-23-9
Description
2,3-Dichloro-1-propanol Quick Details
Chemical Name: 2,3-Dichloro-1-propanol
Synonyms: 1,2-Dichloro-3-propanol; 2,3-Dichloropropan-1-ol; Glycerol alpha,beta-dichlorohydrin; 2,3-Dichloropropyl alcohol; 2,3-Dichlorohydrin; 2,3-Dichloropropanol
CAS No.: 616-23-9
EC No.: 210-470-0
Molecular Formula: C3H6Cl2O
Molecular Weight: 128.98
Appearance: Clear, colorless to light yellow viscous liquid
Assay: >= 98.0%
2,3-Dichloro-1-propanol Specification
| Item | Specifications |
| Appearance | Clear, colorless to light yellow liquid |
| Assay (GC) | >= 98.0% |
| Density (20 C) | 1.355 – 1.365 g/cm3 |
| Refractive Index (20 C) | 1.481 – 1.486 |
| Water Content | <= 0.3% |
| Boiling Point | 182 – 185 C |
2,3-Dichloro-1-propanol Applications
Serves as a versatile organic synthesis building block and intermediate in the pharmaceutical industry.
Used as a key chemical precursor in fine chemical manufacturing, particularly in the synthesis of epichlorohydrin, glycerol derivatives, and specialized chemical compounds.
Applied as a functional industrial solvent for hard resins, specialized lacquer formulations.
Used in specialty chemical applications as a binding or dissolving aid in water-based color formulations and cellulose products.
2,3-Dichloro-1-propanol Packaging & Shipping
Standard Packaging: 200 kg steel drums or fluorinated HDPE drums.
Customizable Packaging: 25 kg fluorinated plastic drums or custom IBC totes upon request.
Shipping Precautions: Transport as a toxic liquid (UN 2810, Class 6.1, PG III); protect against physical damage, keep strictly away from food and feedstuff, and handle with proper hazardous chemical safety protocols.
2,3-Dichloro-1-propanol Storage
Temperature: Store in a cool, dark, well-ventilated warehouse below 15 C.