DATASHEET
Formulation
Liquid
Storage:
Stable for 2 years after receipt when stored at -20°C.
Product Information:
CAS Number: 497-04-1
Molecular formula: C3H7ClO2
Molecular weight: 110.54
Purity: >98% (GC)
Appearance: Colourless to pale yellow liquid.
Solubility: Soluble in DMSO or methanol.
InChiKey: DYPJJAAKPQKWTM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES: OCC(Cl)CO
Description:
2-Chloro-1,3-propanediol (2-MCPD) is a heat-induced food contaminant present in oil- and fat-containing foodstuff. 2-MCPD is formed during the refinement of vegetable oils and fats and is therefore present in numerous oil- and fat-containing foods. This compound can be used as a reference compound for analytical studies.