96-13-9

Usage

Uses

Used in Flame Retardant Production:
2,3-Dibromo-1-propanol is used as an intermediate in the production of flame retardants for various applications, including children's clothing and other products. It was a key component in the synthesis of tris(2,3-dibromopropyl) phosphate, a flame retardant that was banned from use in sleepwear in 1977 due to its carcinogenic properties in experimental animals.
Used in Insecticide Production:
2,3-Dibromo-1-propanol also serves as an intermediate in the production of insecticides, contributing to the development of pesticides that help control and eliminate pests.
Used in Pharmaceutical Production:
2,3-Dibromo-1-propanol is utilized as a synthetic building block in the creation of pharmaceuticals, playing a crucial role in the synthesis of various medicinal compounds.
Used as a Flame Retardant:
In addition to its role as an intermediate, 2,3-dibromo-1-propanol has been used directly as a flame retardant, providing fire-resistant properties to materials in various industries.

Synthesis Reference(s)

The Journal of Organic Chemistry, 30, p. 587, 1965 DOI: 10.1021/jo01013a069

Air & Water Reactions

Water soluble.

Reactivity Profile

2,3-Dibromo-1-propanol is incompatible with strong oxidizers.

Fire Hazard

2,3-Dibromo-1-propanol is probably combustible.

Potential Exposure

Chemical intermediate used to pro- duce insecticides, pharmaceuticals, and flame retardants.

Carcinogenicity

2,3-Dibromo-1-propanol is reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen based on sufficient evidence of carcinogenicity from studies in experimental animals.

Shipping

UN2810 Toxic liquids, organic, n.o.s., Hazard Class: 6.1; Labels: 6.1-Poisonous materials, Technical Name Required.

InChI:InChI=1/C3H6Br2O/c4-1-3(5)2-6/h3,6H,1-2H2/t3-/m0/s1

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