There are 4 isomers of dichloropropanols 1,3-
dichloro-2-propanol (96-23-1) and “dichloropropanols”
(26545-73-3) are citations in environmental regulations:
C3H6OCl2 is a colorless viscous liquid with a chloroformlike odor. Slightly soluble in water. 1,3-Dichloro-2-
propanol:
An isomer of dichloropropanol; shows metabolite toxicity.
2,3-Dichloro-1-propanol may be employed as carbon and energy supplement for the growth of Pseudomonas putida strain (MC4).
Viscous colorless to amber liquid with an ethereal odor.
May be sensitive to prolonged exposure to air. Slightly soluble in water.
2,3-DICHLORO-1-PROPANOL is incompatible with oxidizers, oxygen and peroxides.
2,3-DICHLORO-1-PROPANOL is combustible.
Poison by ingestion and
skin contact. Moderately toxic by inhalation.
A skin and severe eye irritant. Mutation data
reported. When heated to decomposition it
emits toxic fumes of Cl-. See also
CHLORINATED HYDROCARBONS,
AROMATIC.
It is used as a solvent for hard resins
and nitrocellulose; in the manufacture of photographic
chemicals and lacquer; as a cement for celluloid; and as a
binder of water colors. It occurs in effluents from glycerol
and halohydrin production plants.
UN2750 1,3-Dichloropropanol-2, Hazard Class:
6.1; Labels: 6.1-Poisonous materials
Incompatible with oxidizers (chlorates,
nitrates, peroxides, permanganates, perchlorates, chlorine,
bromine, fluorine, etc.); contact may cause fires orexplosions. Keep away from alkaline materials, strong
acids, acid anhydrides, strong bases