Chemical Name: 1-Chloropropane
CAS No.: 540-54-5
Molecular Fomula: C3H7Cl
Molecular weight: 78.54
Assay: 99%
1-Chloropropane CAS 540-54-5
Description
Quick Details
Chemical Name: 1-Chloropropane
CAS No.: 540-54-5
Molecular Fomula: C3H7Cl
Molecular weight: 78.54
Appearance:Transparent colorless liquid
Assay: 99%
Typical Properties
| Appearance and properties: | Colorless clear liquid. | ||
| Uses: | Used in the organic synthesis, pesticides, pharmaceuticals etc. | ||
| Melting point: | -123 C | Boiling point: | 46-47 C |
| PH value: | 6.0~8.0 | Relative density (water=1): | 0.892 |
| Substances to avoid: | Incompatible with
strong oxidizing agents, strong bases. |
Solubility: | Slightly soluble in water, soluble in ethanol and ether. |
| Flammability: | Flammable | Flash point: | |
| Hazardous
characteristics: |
Flammable in the presence of open flames, high temperatures, and oxidants; Burning produces toxic chloride smoke. | ||
| Fire fighting methods : | Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide | ||
| Saturated vapor pressure (kPa): | 25 ( 15 °C) | Risk category: | 3. 1 |
Product Description:
1-Chloropropane, also known as n-propyl chloride, is a colorless, volatile liquid with a characteristic ethereal odor. It is a halogenated alkane, specifically a primary alkyl halide, where a chlorine atom is attached to the terminal carbon of a propane chain. This compound is immiscible with water but readily miscible with most organic solvents. Due to the presence of the reactive chlorine atom, 1-Chloropropane serves as a valuable building block and intermediate in various organic synthesis reactions, particularly in substitution and elimination reactions. It is recognized for its versatility as a solvent and reagent in both laboratory and industrial settings.
Key Applications:
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Organic Synthesis: Primarily used as an alkylating agent to introduce the n-propyl group into a wide range of organic molecules, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals.
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Solvent: Employed as a solvent for fats, waxes, resins, and other organic compounds in industrial extraction and purification processes.
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Chemical Intermediate: Essential precursor for the synthesis of other propyl compounds, such as propylamine, propyl mercaptan, and various propyl esters.
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Pharmaceutical and Agrochemical Industries: Utilized in specific steps of manufacturing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemical intermediates.
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Research & Development: Used as a reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for developing new synthetic routes and chemical processes.
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