1,3-Dichloro-2-propanol

About 1,3-Dichloro-2-propanol

1,3-Dichloro-2-propanol is an impurity of Propranolol carrying the CAS registry number 96-23-1. The compound has the formula C3H6Cl2O, corresponding to a molecular weight of 128.98 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 1,3-dichloropropan-2-ol. It is also known as 2-Propanol, 1,3-dichloro- or Glycerol 1,3-dichlorohydrin.

The product is provided as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

This Propranolol impurity supports analytical method development and validation (AMV), batch release testing and the impurity sections of ANDA and DMF filings. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical method development
Method validation (AMV)
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	1,3-Dichloro-2-propanol
Catalogue No.	VQ-039006
CAS Number	96-23-1
IUPAC name	1,3-dichloropropan-2-ol
Molecular formula	C₃H₆Cl₂O
Molecular weight	128.98 g/mol
Exact mass	127.9796
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	DEWLEGDTCGBNGU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(C(CCl)O)Cl
PubChem CID	7289

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	0.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 1
TPSA	20.2 Å²
Synonyms	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

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H350May cause cancer

Precautionary statements: P203, P264, P270, P280, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P317, P318, P321, P330, P362 + P364, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 1,3-Dichloro-2-propanol?

The CAS Registry Number of 1,3-Dichloro-2-propanol is 96-23-1. It is also known as 2-Propanol, 1,3-dichloro-, Glycerol 1,3-dichlorohydrin, Sym-glycerol dichlorohydrin.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,3-Dichloro-2-propanol?

1,3-Dichloro-2-propanol has the molecular formula C3H6Cl2O and a molecular weight of 128.98 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1,3-dichloropropan-2-ol.

What is 1,3-Dichloro-2-propanol used for?

1,3-Dichloro-2-propanol is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Propranolol. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of 1,3-Dichloro-2-propanol can I order?

We supply 1,3-Dichloro-2-propanol in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 1,3-Dichloro-2-propanol?

Yes. Every lot of 1,3-Dichloro-2-propanol is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 1,3-Dichloro-2-propanol be shipped internationally?

Yes. 1,3-Dichloro-2-propanol is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.