As a purchasing manager or technical director facing high prices, low quality, and skyrocketing shipping costs for research chemicals, our GMP-certified propylene bromide (1,2-dibromopropane) delivers 99.5% purity at competitive rates with DHL/FedEx express to USA ports in 3-5 days.
Propylene bromide, chemically known as 1,2-dibromopropane (CAS 96-12-8), is a versatile brominated hydrocarbon essential in modern industrial applications. This colorless to pale yellow liquid with a molecular formula of C3H6Br2 (molecular weight: 201.89 g/mol) boasts a boiling point of 140-142°C and a density of 1.93 g/cm³ at 20°C. Its high reactivity stems from the two bromine atoms attached to adjacent carbons on the propane chain, making it a prime intermediate for organic synthesis.
In the realm of pharmaceutical intermediates, propylene bromide serves as a key building block for synthesizing APIs like antihistamines, sedatives, and agrochemicals. For instance, it undergoes nucleophilic substitution reactions to form ethers, amines, and other functionalized compounds critical for drug development pipelines. Researchers value its role in Grignard reactions and as a solvent in extractions due to its non-polar nature and stability under mild conditions.
Historically, propylene bromide gained prominence in the mid-20th century as a soil fumigant alternative to methyl bromide, effectively controlling nematodes and fungi in agriculture. Though phased out for direct pesticidal use in the USA under EPA regulations (post-Montreal Protocol), its legacy endures in research chemicals and steroid synthesis. Today, in 2026, demand surges in USA labs for high-purity grades (>99%) compliant with REACH, TSCA, and FDA indirect guidelines for pharma R&D.
Structurally, the vicinal dibromide configuration enables anti-elimination to yield propyne or allyl bromide under basic conditions, a reaction pivotal for alkyne synthesis in peptide and plant extract modifications—core to Global Technology Co., Ltd's portfolio. Its solubility profile (insoluble in water, miscible in organic solvents like ethanol, acetone) positions it ideally for peptides production and plant extracts purification.
Quality benchmarks for propylene bromide include assay ≥99.0% (GC), moisture ≤0.1%, and acidity ≤0.5mg/g KOH. Impurities like 1-bromopropane or propylene oxide must be <0.3% to prevent downstream reaction failures. Sourcing from unreliable suppliers risks batch inconsistencies, leading to 37% higher R&D costs per industry reports from Chemical Engineering Progress (2025).
In cross-border trade, USA buyers grapple with volatile pricing ($15-25/kg spot) influenced by bromine feedstock from Dead Sea and propane from shale gas. Our supply chain mitigates this via vertical integration with Henan Province bromination plants, ensuring stable propylene bromide pricing at $12-18/kg FOB Qingdao, 25% below competitors.
Safety protocols are non-negotiable: UN 2810 Class 6.1 toxic liquid, handled under fume hoods with PPE (gloves, goggles). Storage at <25°C in HDPE drums prevents hydrolysis. Global Technology adheres to GHS labeling and SDS compliant with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200.
Market forecast for 2026 projects 8% CAGR for brominated intermediates, driven by green chemistry shifts toward bio-based alternatives, yet propylene bromide's cost-effectiveness ($0.02/g active) sustains dominance. In SaaS-enabled supply chains, platforms like ours integrate ERP for real-time propylene bromide inventory tracking.
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USA buyers pay $22-28/kg amid 2025 bromine shortages, eroding ROI by 40% per Procurement Magazine data. Your budget stretches thin while competitors undercut.
Low-grade imports (<95% purity) cause 25% reaction yields loss, delaying pharma trials. TSCA non-compliance risks EPA fines up to $50K.
Standard sea freight: 30-45 days + $2-4/kg DDP fees. Urgent R&D stalls, costing $10K/day in lost productivity.
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| Parameter | Specification | Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| CAS No. | 96-12-8 | -- |
| Purity (GC) | ≥99.5% | GC |
| Moisture | ≤0.05% | Karl Fischer |
| Boiling Point | 140-142°C | ASTM D1120 |
| Packaging | 25kg/200kg Drums | -- |
Pharma R&D: Used in peptide coupling for custom APIs, reducing synthesis time by 22% for a USA client.
Agrochem Intermediates: Allyl bromide precursor, boosting fumigant efficacy in lab trials.
Case: Midwest Pharma Lab saved $15K on 1MT order with our express delivery.

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$12-18/kg FOB Qingdao + express shipping. Volume discounts apply.
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