2,3-Dichloro-1-propanol

Also known as: (RS)-2,3-Dichloro-1-propanol, 1,2-dichlorohydrin, Glycerol α,β-dichlorohydrin, β,γ-Dichlorohydrin, 2,3-Dichlorohydrin, α,β-Dichlorohydrin, 1-propanol, 2,3-dichloro-, 2,3-dichloropropan-1-ol

2,3-Dichloro-1-propanol (CAS 616-23-9) is a compound in the Alcohols category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H6Cl2O and a molecular weight of 128.985 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 184.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 98.5±15.8 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed, H310 and H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 616-23-9
Jingsj CID: J-36470-5
Molecular Formula: C₃H₆Cl₂O
Molecular Weight: 128.985 g/mol
Category: Alcohols
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	184.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	98.5±15.8 °C
Exact Mass	127.979568
PSA	20.23000
LogP	0.65
Vapor Pressure	0.2±0.7 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.462

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / Acute ToxicitySignal word: Danger

H301 — Toxic if swallowed
H310
H318 — Causes serious eye damage
H332 — Harmful if inhaled

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The CAS number of 2,3-Dichloro-1-propanol is 616-23-9.

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

2,3-Dichloro-1-propanol has molecular formula C3H6Cl2O and molecular weight 128.985 g/mol.

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

2,3-Dichloro-1-propanol has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H301 — Toxic if swallowed; H310; H318 — Causes serious eye damage.

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

For 2,3-Dichloro-1-propanol, Upstream Products: Glycerol, 2,3-Dichloropropionaldehyde, 3-Chloro-1,2-propanediol; Downstream Products: 2,3-Dichloropropionic acid, (R)-(-)-Epichlorohydrin, Glycidol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "2,3-Dichloro-1-propanol (CAS 616-23-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-36470-5 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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