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AB51079

4704-94-3 | 2-(Hydroxymethyl)propane-1,3-diol

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100mg 95% in stock $10.00 $7.00 -   +
250mg 95% in stock $11.00 $8.00 -   +
1g 95% in stock $16.00 $12.00 -   +
5g 95% in stock $39.00 $27.00 -   +
10g 95% in stock $69.00 $49.00 -   +
25g 95% in stock $161.00 $113.00 -   +
100g 95% in stock $550.00 $385.00 -   +

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Description
Catalog Number: AB51079
Chemical Name: 2-(Hydroxymethyl)propane-1,3-diol
CAS Number: 4704-94-3
Molecular Formula: C4H10O3
Molecular Weight: 106.1204
MDL Number: MFCD00192217
SMILES: OCC(CO)CO

 

Computed Properties
Complexity: 28.4  
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1  
Heavy Atom Count: 7  
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 3  
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 3  
Rotatable Bond Count: 3  
XLogP3: -1.6  

 

 

Upstream Synthesis Route
  • 2-Hydroxymethyl-1,3-propanediol, also known as trimethylene glycol, is a versatile compound widely used in chemical synthesis. One of its key applications is as a building block in the production of polymers, resins, and pharmaceuticals. Due to its unique structure and functional groups, 2-Hydroxymethyl-1,3-propanediol serves as a valuable intermediate in the synthesis of various high-performance materials.In chemical synthesis, 2-Hydroxymethyl-1,3-propanediol can undergo different types of reactions to form esters, ethers, and other derivatives. For instance, it can react with carboxylic acids to form esters, which are important components in the production of various polymers and plastic materials. Additionally, the hydroxyl group in 2-Hydroxymethyl-1,3-propanediol can undergo etherification reactions, leading to the formation of ethers that are utilized in the synthesis of specialty chemicals and pharmaceuticals.Furthermore, 2-Hydroxymethyl-1,3-propanediol can be used in the construction of dendritic polymers, which have unique branching structures and exhibit enhanced properties such as increased solubility and reactivity. Its ability to participate in multistep reactions makes it a valuable compound for the synthesis of complex molecules with controlled structure and functionality.Overall, the versatile nature of 2-Hydroxymethyl-1,3-propanediol makes it a valuable tool in chemical synthesis, enabling the production of a wide range of industrial and pharmaceutical compounds with tailored properties and applications.
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