Allyl Alcohol

CAS# 107-18-6

Product Description

Allyl alcohol is a chemical compound with various industrial applications due to its reactivity and versatility.

Product:

Allyl Alcohol

CAS:

107-18-6

Synonym:

2-Propen-1-ol; 2-Propenyl alcohol; 2-Propenol; Vinyl carbinol

Structure:

Typical Characteristics

Appearance

Colorless liquid

Boiling point

96-98 °C

Density

0.854 g/cm3

Flash Point

21.1 °C

Melting point

−129 °C

Molecular Weight

58.08

Odor

Pungent, mustard-like odor

Purity

≥99%

Refractive index

1.412

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We Offer Allyl Alcohol
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Allyl Alcohol used in many
industry applications

Allyl alcohol is a chemical compound with various industrial applications due to its reactivity and versatility. Here are some of its uses:

  1. Chemical Intermediates: Allyl alcohol serves as a precursor in the synthesis of various chemical intermediates, including allyl esters, allyl ethers, allylamines, and allyl halides, which are used in the production of pharmaceuticals, flavors, fragrances, and agrochemicals.
  2. Polymers: It is used as a monomer in the production of polymers such as polyallyl alcohol, polyallylamine, and polyallyl esters, which find applications in adhesives, coatings, and ion exchange resins.
  3. Resins and Adhesives: Allyl alcohol-based resins are employed in the manufacture of specialty resins and adhesives, offering properties such as high temperature resistance, chemical resistance, and adhesion to various substrates.
  4. Surfactants: It can be used as a raw material for the synthesis of surfactants and emulsifiers, which find applications in detergents, cleaning products, and personal care formulations.
  5. Plasticizers: Allyl alcohol can act as a plasticizer in polymer formulations to improve flexibility, durability, and processing characteristics of plastics and elastomers.
  6. Herbicides: It is used as an intermediate in the synthesis of certain herbicides and plant growth regulators for agricultural applications.
  7. Flavor and Fragrance: Allyl alcohol is utilized in the synthesis of flavoring compounds and fragrance ingredients for use in food, beverages, cosmetics, and perfumes.