1-chloro-3-phenoxypropan-2-ol, CAS No. 4769-73-7

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4769-73-7

Catalog No. EBD99651

CAS 4769-73-7

Name 1-chloro-3-phenoxypropan-2-ol

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Basic Information

Synonyms: 1-chloro-3-phenoxy-propan-2-ol 1-chloro-3-phenoxypropan-2-ol 1-Chloro-2-hydroxy-3-phenoxypropane 1-Chloro-3-phenoxy-2-propanol AI3-13144 NSC43029 2-Propanol,1-chloro-3-phenoxy- 2-Propanol,1-chloro-3-phenoxy-(8CI)(9CI)

Molecular Formula: C9H11ClO2

Molecular Weight: 186.64

Categories: Agrochemicals > Pesticide Chemistry > Pesticide Intermediates Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Halogenated Compounds

Product Description:

1-Chloro-3-phenoxypropan-2-ol is an organic compound featuring a chlorohydrin structure with a phenoxy ether group. It is a versatile chemical intermediate, primarily recognized for its role in the synthesis of pyrethroid insecticides. Its most significant application is as a key building block in the production of synthetic pyrethroids, a major class of insecticides. It serves as a crucial precursor for compounds like fenvalerate and other related esters, which are widely used in agricultural and household pest control due to their high insecticidal activity and relatively low mammalian toxicity. Beyond its primary use in agrochemicals, this chlorohydrin derivative is also a valuable synthetic intermediate in organic chemistry. Its reactive chlorine and hydroxyl groups allow for further functionalization, making it a useful halogenated synthon for constructing more complex molecules in various research and development contexts.

Physical Properties

Boiling Point: 309.8°C at 760 mmHg

Flash Point: 141.2°C

Density: 1.198g/cm3