CAS Number:109-64-8
Synonyms: Trimethylene Dibromide
Chemical Formula:C₃H₆Br₂
Overview
1,3-Dibromopropane is a halogenated aliphatic compound used as an intermediate in the production of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty polymers. Its bifunctional bromine structure allows it to serve as a useful alkylating and bridging agent in synthesis.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless to light yellow liquid |
| Odor | Mild, characteristic |
| Boiling Point | ~174–176 °C |
| Melting Point | -37 °C |
| Density | ~1.98 g/cm³ @ 20 °C |
| Flash Point | ~72 °C |
| Solubility | Insoluble in water; soluble in organic solvents |
| Refractive Index | ~1.496 |