2bromo1propanol

2-Bromo-1-propanol is an organic chemical compound with the molecular formula C3H7BrO. It is a halogenated alcohol and a positional isomer of other bromopropanols, such as 1-bromo-2-propanol. In this molecule, a bromine atom is attached to the second carbon of a three-carbon propane chain, and a hydroxyl group is attached to the first carbon. It is a colorless liquid at room temperature.

2-Bromo-1-propanol can be synthesized through various chemical reactions. One common method involves the reaction of allyl alcohol with hydrogen bromide. Another route is the ring-opening of propylene oxide with hydrobromic acid, although this can lead to a mixture of positional isomers. The compound has applications as a chemical intermediate in organic synthesis. It can be used in the preparation of other organic compounds, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals. Its reactivity stems from both the hydroxyl group and the bromine atom, allowing for diverse chemical transformations.