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2,3-Dibromopropan-1-ol

CAS 96-13-9
32

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A brominated allylic alcohol used primarily as a chemical intermediate, with significant aquatic toxicity and skin sensitization concerns. The allylic bromine structure is reactive and raises concerns for toxicological activity.

2,3-Dibromopropan-1-ol is a vicinal dibromo allylic alcohol with the bromine atoms on adjacent carbons adjacent to the alcohol group. The H318 classification indicates serious eye damage potential. While not listed in EU Annex II (banned substances), the dibromoallylic alcohol structure is characteristic of compounds with significant toxicological activity. The presence of two bromine atoms and the allylic alcohol functionality suggests potential for metabolic activation and glutathione depletion. Environmental toxicity (H411) is also a concern.

Known concerns

  • Serious eye damage (H318)
  • Toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects (H411)
  • Reactive dibromoallylic structure may cause sensitization
  • Potential for metabolic activation to toxic intermediates

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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