1-bromo-3-hydroxypropan-2-one

Also known as: 1-Bromo-3-hydroxyacetone, 1-bromo-3-hydroxypropan-2-one, 1-bromo-3-hydroxy-2-propanone, 2-Propanone, 1-bromo-3-hydroxy-, 3-bromo-1-hydroxy-2-propanone, 3-bromo-1-hydroxypropan-2-one, 1-bromo-3-hydroxypropanone

1-bromo-3-hydroxypropan-2-one (CAS 38987-72-3) is a compound in the Solvents category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H5BrO2 and a molecular weight of 152.975 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 212.5±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.8±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 82.3±20.4 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 38987-72-3
Jingsj CID: J-1112323-2
Molecular Formula: C₃H₅BrO₂
Molecular Weight: 152.975 g/mol
Category: Solvents
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	212.5±15.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.8±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	82.3±20.4 °C
Exact Mass	151.947281
PSA	37.30000
LogP	0.05
Vapor Pressure	0.0±0.9 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.500

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2914700090
Summary	HS: 2914700090 halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of ketones and quinones, whether or not with other oxygen function Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none VAT:17.0% MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1-bromo-3-hydroxypropan-2-one?

The CAS number of 1-bromo-3-hydroxypropan-2-one is 38987-72-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-bromo-3-hydroxypropan-2-one?

1-bromo-3-hydroxypropan-2-one has molecular formula C3H5BrO2 and molecular weight 152.975 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-bromo-3-hydroxypropan-2-one?

For 1-bromo-3-hydroxypropan-2-one, Upstream Products: 2-Chloro-2-propen-1-ol; Downstream Products: (2-Aminothiazol-4-yl)methanol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "1-bromo-3-hydroxypropan-2-one (CAS 38987-72-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1112323-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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