Bis(2-chloroisopropyl) Ether

• CAT Number: R056197
• CAS Number: 108-60-1
• Molecular Formula: C6H12Cl2O
• Molecular Weight: 171.061
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 2,2’-Dichlorodiisopropyl Ether; 2,2’-Oxybis(1-chloropropane); Bis(1-chloro-2-propyl) Ether; Bis(2-chloro-1-methylethyl) Ether; DCIP (nematocide); NSC 2849; β,β’-Dichlorodiisopropyl Ether
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 1-chloro-2-(1-chloropropan-2-yloxy)propane
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H12Cl2O/c1-5(3-7)9-6(2)4-8/h5-6H,3-4H2,1-2H3
• InChIKey: QCFYJCYNJLBDRT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(CCl)OC(C)CCl

Bis(2-chloroisopropyl) ether is a chemical compound composed of two chloroisopropyl groups attached to an ether backbone. This compound is used as a flame retardant and plasticizer in various industrial applications. It acts by suppressing the combustion process and improving the fire resistance of materials like polymers and textiles. Bis(2-chloroisopropyl) ether has raised environmental and health concerns due to its persistence and potential toxicity. Research is ongoing to develop safer alternatives with similar functional properties.