[2,2-Difluoro-1-(hydroxymethyl)cyclopropyl]methanol

CAS: 228580-15-2

Ref. 3D-DJA58015

Product Information

• Name: [2,2-Difluoro-1-(hydroxymethyl)cyclopropyl]methanol
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 2,2-Difluoro-1-(hydroxymethyl)cyclopropyl]methanol is an organic compound that belongs to the class of compounds known as alcohols. It is a colorless liquid with a boiling point of 131 degrees Celsius and a density of 0.8984 g/mL. 2,2-Difluoro-1-(hydroxymethyl)cyclopropyl]methanol can be produced by the aerobic oxidation of 2,2-difluoro-1-(hydroxymethyl)cyclopropane with oxygen in the presence of copper(II) acetate in acetic acid solution. The ring opening reaction occurs at the 1,3 positions and yields a diol and two molecules of formaldehyde. This compound has been used as an organic dye for textile materials and has been shown to have biomolecular properties.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 138.11 g/mol
• Formula: C₅H₈F₂O₂
• Purity: Min. 95%