2,3-Dibromo-1-propanol

Description

2,3-Dibromo-1-propanol · CAS 96-13-9 · C3H6Br2O. UNII C0YBW1OA2I. Boiling Point: 426 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 219 °C; Flash Point: Flash point > 113 °C.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	96-13-9
PubChem CID	7281
Molecular formula	C3H6Br2O
IUPAC name	2,3-dibromopropan-1-ol
UNII (FDA)	C0YBW1OA2I

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	217.89
XLogP3	1.1
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	1
Rotatable Bond Count	2
Exact Mass	217.87649
Monoisotopic Mass	215.87854
Topological Polar Surface Area	20.2
Heavy Atom Count	6
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	426 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Boiling Point	219 °C
Flash Point	Flash point > 113 °C
Solubility	50 to 100 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992)
Solubility	In water, 5.20X10+4 mg/l @ 25 °C.
Density	2.120 @ 20 °C/4 °C
Vapor Pressure	0.09 [mmHg]
Vapor Pressure	0.09 mm Hg @ 25 °C
LogP	0.9

Physical description & handling notes

• 2,3-dibromo-1-propanol is a clear colorless to slightly yellow viscous liquid. (NTP, 1992)
• Colorless to slightly yellow liquid; [CAMEO] Faintly yellow clear viscous liquid; [MSDSonline]
• COLORLESS LIQUID
• greater than 235 °F (NTP, 1992)
• SOL IN ACETONE, ALCOHOL, ETHER, BENZENE
• 2.12 at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink

GHS Hazard Classification

Reported hazard statements	H302, H311, H332, H350, H412, H361 (97.8%), H351, H373

Documented Uses

• Used to make flame retardants, insecticides, and pharmaceuticals; [HSDB]
• Intermediate in the preparation of flame retardants, insecticides, and pharmaceuticals.
• Main use is in the production of tris(1,2,3-dibromopropyl) phosphate, commonly called Tris.
• Cosmetics product ingredient: 2,3-Dibromo-1-propanol
• REACTION OF ALLYL ALCOHOL WITH BROMINE IN CARBON TETRACHLORIDE
• (1972) PROBABLY GREATER THAN 9.08X10+5 GRAMS

Synonyms

2,3-Dibromo-1-propanol; 96-13-9; 2,3-Dibromopropan-1-ol; 2,3-DIBROMOPROPANOL; Dibromopropanol; 1-Propanol, 2,3-dibromo-; 2,3-Dibromopropyl alcohol; Brominex 257; 1,2-Dibromopropan-3-ol; USAF DO-42; beta-Dibromohydrin; DBP (flame retardant); NCI-C55436; Allyl alcohol dibromide; DTXSID7021817; Glycerol 1,2-dibromohydrin

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of 2,3-Dibromo-1-propanol?

CAS 96-13-9; molecular formula C3H6Br2O; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is 2,3-Dibromo-1-propanol known by?

2,3-Dibromo-1-propanol, 96-13-9, 2,3-Dibromopropan-1-ol, 2,3-DIBROMOPROPANOL, Dibromopropanol, 1-Propanol, 2,3-dibromo-.

Is 2,3-Dibromo-1-propanol classified as hazardous?

Hazard statements reported: H302, H311, H332, H350, H412.

What are the key physical properties of 2,3-Dibromo-1-propanol?

Boiling Point: 426 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 219 °C; Flash Point: Flash point > 113 °C; Solubility: 50 to 100 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992).

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