dichloropropanol

Description

dichloropropanol · CAS 26545-73-3 · C3H6Cl2O. UNII 0F4P2VQC07. Boiling Point: 345 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 174.3 °C @ 760 MM HG; Boiling Point: 174.3 °C.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	26545-73-3
PubChem CID	7289
Molecular formula	C3H6Cl2O
IUPAC name	1,3-dichloropropan-2-ol
UNII (FDA)	0F4P2VQC07

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	128.98
XLogP3	0.8
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	1
Rotatable Bond Count	2
Exact Mass	127.9795702
Monoisotopic Mass	127.9795702
Topological Polar Surface Area	20.2
Heavy Atom Count	6
Formal Charge	0

Physical & Chemical Properties

Boiling Point	345 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
Boiling Point	174.3 °C @ 760 MM HG
Boiling Point	174.3 °C
Boiling Point	174 °C @760 [mm Hg]
Melting Point	25 °F (NTP, 1992)
Melting Point	-4 °C
Flash Point	165 °F (NTP, 1992)
Flash Point	74 °C
Flash Point	165 °F (74 °C) (OPEN CUP)
Flash Point	74 °C o.c.

Physical description & handling notes

• 1,3-dichloro-2-propanol is a colorless to yellow slightly viscous liquid with an ethereal odor. (NTP, 1992)
• 1,3-dichloropropanol-2 appears as a colorless liquid with an ether-like odor. Denser than water and slightly soluble in water. Toxic by ingestion, inhalation or skin absorption and may irritate skin and eyes.
• Liquid
• Colorless liquid with an ethereal odor; [HSDB]
• COLOURLESS LIQUID.
• COLORLESS, SLIGHTLY VISCOUS, LIQUID

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	FDA Cumulative Estimated Daily Intake (CEDI): FCS CONTAMINANT: Food Contaminant TRS 940-JECFA 67/53 67th_2007_1 3 dichloro 2 propanol.pdf

GHS Hazard Classification

Reported hazard statements	H301, H312, H350, H311 (75.6%), H314 (14.7%), H318 (17.8%), H330 (17.9%), H335 (14.7%)

Documented Uses

• Used as a solvent (hard resins and nitrocellulose), cement for celluloid, binder for watercolors, and intermediate to make photographic and zapon lacquers; [HSDB]
• Painting (Pigments, Binders, and Biocides) [Category: Paint]
• Plastic Composites Manufacturing [Category: Industry]
• SOLVENT FOR HARD RESINS AND NITROCELLULOSE; MFR PHOTOGRAPHIC AND ZAPON LACQUER; CEMENT FOR CELLULOID; BINDER FOR WATERCOLORS.
• Food Contaminant -> CONTAMINANT -> JECFA Functional Classes
• PREPARED FROM GLYCEROL, ACETIC ACID AND HCL GAS.

Synonyms

1,3-DICHLORO-2-PROPANOL; 96-23-1; 1,3-Dichloropropan-2-ol; 2-Propanol, 1,3-dichloro-; Glycerol 1,3-dichlorohydrin; Sym-glycerol dichlorohydrin; 1,3-Dichlorohydrin; 1,3-Dichloroisopropanol; Enodrin; 1,3-Dichloro-2-hydroxypropane; Sym-dichloroisopropyl alcohol; 1,3-Dichloroisopropyl alcohol; Propylene dichlorohydrin; alpha-Dichlorohydrin; Gdch; alpha,gamma-Dichlorohydrin

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of dichloropropanol?

CAS 26545-73-3; molecular formula C3H6Cl2O; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is dichloropropanol known by?

1,3-DICHLORO-2-PROPANOL, 96-23-1, 1,3-Dichloropropan-2-ol, 2-Propanol, 1,3-dichloro-, Glycerol 1,3-dichlorohydrin, Sym-glycerol dichlorohydrin.

What is the regulatory status of dichloropropanol?

Documented regulatory listings: FDA Cumulative Estimated Daily Intake (CEDI): FCS; CONTAMINANT: Food Contaminant; TRS 940-JECFA 67/53.

Is dichloropropanol classified as hazardous?

Hazard statements reported: H301, H312, H350, H311, H314.

What are the key physical properties of dichloropropanol?

Boiling Point: 345 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992); Boiling Point: 174.3 °C @ 760 MM HG; Boiling Point: 174.3 °C; Boiling Point: 174 °C @760 [mm Hg].

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