Uses and Specifications of (S)-Epichlorohydrin
- Chemical formula: C₃H₅ClO
- Molecular weight: 92.52 g/mol
- Purity: Typically ≥98%
- Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
- Density: 1.18 g/cm³
- Boiling point: 116-117°C
- Optical rotation: +35° (c=1 in methanol)
- Solubility: Miscible with chloroform and methanol; immiscible with water
- Applications: Also used in polymer production and synthesis of specialty chemicals
Specifications:
Uses:
(S)-Epichlorohydrin is a chiral epoxide widely used in chemical synthesis and applications including:
- Pharmaceutical synthesis:
Key intermediate in the production of macquarimicins, hydroxyisoxazolidines, and (+)-cis-sylvaticin, a potential antitumor agent. - Metabolic modulators:
Used to synthesize inhibitors of fatty acid oxidation. - Industrial solvents:
Solvent for resins, gums, cellulose esters and ethers, paints, varnishes, nail enamels, and lacquers. - Chemical stabilizer: Acts as a stabilizer for various formulations.
- DNA cross-linking agent: Employed as a bifunctional alkylating agent with applications in biochemistry.
- (S)-Epichlorohydrin is hazardous, with risks including skin and eye irritation,
potential carcinogenicity, and flammability. Proper handling and storage in cool,
dry environments away from incompatible substances like acids and bases are
essential.
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