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1,2-Dichloropropane (CAS 78-87-5)

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Application:
1,2-Dichloropropane is A byproduct in the production of epichlorohydrin
CAS Number:
78-87-5
Molecular Weight:
112.99
Molecular Formula:
C3H6Cl2
Supplemental Information:
This is as a Dangerous Good for transport and may be subject to additional shipping charges.
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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1,2-Dichloropropane is a chlorinated hydrocarbon that has been extensively utilized in the field of organic synthesis and as a solvent in various industrial processes. This chemical serves a pivotal role in the synthesis of other compounds due to its ability to act as an intermediate in the production of epoxides, glycols, and a variety of polymers. Its mechanism of action involves participation in substitution reactions where its chlorine atoms can be replaced by other groups, facilitating the formation of diverse chemical structures. In research applications, 1,2-dichloropropane is often employed in the study of chemical kinetics and mechanisms, especially in reactions that require a stable yet reactive chlorinated compound. Its volatility and reactivity make it a useful solvent and a reagent in organic synthesis labs, where understanding the behavior of chlorinated hydrocarbons under different conditions is essential.


1,2-Dichloropropane (CAS 78-87-5) References

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1,2-Dichloropropane, 25 g

sc-237677
25 g
$204.00

1,2-Dichloropropane, 500 g

sc-237677A
500 g
$428.00