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1,3-Dibromo-2-propanol

Also known as: 1,3-Dibromohydrin, Glycerol alpha,alpha'-dibromohydrin, alpha,alpha'-Dibromohydrin, 1,3-Dibromo-2-hydroxypropane, 1,3-dibromopropan-2-ol, 2-Propanol, 1,3-dibromo-, glycerol-alpha,gamma-dibromohydrine, alpha-Dibromohydrin

1,3-Dibromo-2-propanol (CAS 96-21-9) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H6Br2O and a molecular weight of 217.887 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 194.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 2.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 46.7±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H301 — Toxic if swallowed and H315 — Causes skin irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
96-21-9
Jingsj CID
J-22698-2
Molecular Formula
C3H6Br2O
Molecular Weight
217.887 g/mol
Category
Alcohols
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point194.3±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density2.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point46.7±0.0 °C
Exact Mass215.878525
PSA20.23000
LogP1.48
Vapor Pressure0.1±0.8 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.556
Storage ConditionsRefrigerator
Additional Propertysoluble

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / Acute Toxicity / Health HazardSignal word: Danger
  • H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
  • H301 — Toxic if swallowed
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
  • H351 — Suspected of causing cancer

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2905590090
Summary2905590090 other halogenated, sulphonated, nitrated or nitrosated derivatives of acyclic alcohols。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:5.5%。General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The CAS number of 1,3-Dibromo-2-propanol is 96-21-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,3-Dibromo-2-propanol?

1,3-Dibromo-2-propanol has molecular formula C3H6Br2O and molecular weight 217.887 g/mol.

Is 1,3-Dibromo-2-propanol hazardous?

1,3-Dibromo-2-propanol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1,3-Dibromo-2-propanol?

For 1,3-Dibromo-2-propanol, Upstream Products: Epibromohydrin, Benzene, [[2-bromo-1-(bromomethyl)ethoxy]methyl]-, Allyl bromide; Downstream Products: Epibromohydrin, Acrolein, 1,3-Dibromo-2-propanone.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "1,3-Dibromo-2-propanol (CAS 96-21-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-22698-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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