Category
Chemical Primary Standard
CAS Number
497-04-1
Molecular Formula
C3H7ClO2
Molecular Weight
110.54
Synonym

2-Chloro-1,3-propandiol; 1,3-Propanediol, 2-chloro-; 2-Chloropropane-1,3-diol

Keywords
Miscellaneous compounds
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2-Chloro-1,3-propanediol (2‑CPD) is an industrial chemical primarily used as an intermediate in the synthesis of epichlorohydrin, glycerol derivatives, and surfactants. It also finds applications in resin and plastic production and as a building block in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.