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Atomfair Epichlorohydrin ECH C3H5ClO

Description Epichlorohydrin (CAS 29690-82-2) is a highly versatile and reactive organochlorine compound with the molecular formula C3H5ClO . This colorless liquid is characterized by its pungent odor and is widely utilized in industrial and laboratory settings. Its IUPAC name, 2-(chloromethyl)oxirane , reflects its epoxide functional group, which makes it a key intermediate in the synthesis of epoxy resins, glycidyl ethers, and other specialty chemicals. Epichlorohydrin exhibits excellent solvency and reactivity, making it indispensable in polymer chemistry, cross-linking reactions, and as a precursor for adhesives, coatings, and elastomers. Proper handling is essential due to its toxic, carcinogenic, and flammable nature. Available…

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Description

Epichlorohydrin (CAS 29690-82-2) is a highly versatile and reactive organochlorine compound with the molecular formula C3H5ClO. This colorless liquid is characterized by its pungent odor and is widely utilized in industrial and laboratory settings. Its IUPAC name, 2-(chloromethyl)oxirane, reflects its epoxide functional group, which makes it a key intermediate in the synthesis of epoxy resins, glycidyl ethers, and other specialty chemicals. Epichlorohydrin exhibits excellent solvency and reactivity, making it indispensable in polymer chemistry, cross-linking reactions, and as a precursor for adhesives, coatings, and elastomers. Proper handling is essential due to its toxic, carcinogenic, and flammable nature. Available in high-purity grades (??99%), our Epichlorohydrin is ideal for research, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications requiring precise chemical synthesis.

  • CAS No: 29690-82-2
  • Molecular Formula: C3H5ClO
  • Molecular Weight: 92.52
  • Exact Mass: 92.0028925
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 92.0028925
  • IUPAC Name: 2-(chloromethyl)oxirane
  • SMILES: C1C(O1)CCl
  • Synonyms: EPICHLOROHYDRIN, 2-(Chloromethyl)oxirane, 106-89-8, 1-Chloro-2,3-epoxypropane, Oxirane, (chloromethyl)-

Application

Epichlorohydrin is primarily used as a precursor in the production of epoxy resins, which are critical for coatings, adhesives, and composite materials. It also serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of glycidyl ethers, used as reactive diluents and stabilizers. Additionally, it finds application in water treatment chemicals, paper reinforcement, and the pharmaceutical industry for drug synthesis. Its reactivity with nucleophiles makes it valuable in cross-linking polymers and modifying biomolecules.

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