(R)-(-)-3-Chloro-1,2-propanediol

Synonyms:

(R)-α-Glycerol chlorohydrin

R-3-Chloro-1,2-propanediol [CAS 57090-45-6]
CAS Number: 57090-45-6
Molecular Formula: C3H7ClO2
Molecular Weight: 110.54
   
Properties  
Chemical Purity: 98% min. (by GC)
Optical Purtiy: 99.5% min. (enantiomeric ratio = 99.5:0.5)
enantiomeric excess (ee): 99% min.
Optical Rotation: [α]20/D -1 ± 0.2 °, neat
Boling Point: 213 °C (lit.)
Refractive Index: n20/D 1.48(lit.)
   
Safety  
Hazard Codes T (Toxic)
Risk Statements 25; 41
Safety Statements 26; 28; 39; 45  
RIDADR UN 2689 6.1/PG 3  
WGK Germany 3  
     
Application    
Chiral intermediate and building block.