2,3-epoxypropan-1-ol (CAS 556-52-5)

2,3-epoxypropan-1-ol (CAS 556-52-5) is a chemical compound registered under number CAS 556-52-5, with the molecular formula C₃H₆O₂, and a molar mass of 74.08 g/mol.

The molecule contains 11 atoms connected by 11 chemical bonds. The full systematic IUPAC name of this compound is oxiran-2-ylmethanol. The interactive 3D model above lets you view the spatial arrangement of the atoms — you can rotate it with the mouse, zoom with the scroll wheel, and switch between skeletal / Ball & Stick / Space Fill visualization modes.

In terms of physicochemical properties, the partition coefficient logP = -0.9 (negative value, a hydrophilic compound), polar surface area PSA = 32.8 Ų, 1 donors and 2 hydrogen bond acceptors. These parameters are key when assessing bioavailability and interaction with biomolecules.

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Signal word: Danger

H350 — May cause cancer

H341 — Suspected of causing genetic defects

? — H360F — May damage fertility

H331 — Toxic if inhaled

H312 — Harmful in contact with skin

H302 — Harmful if swallowed

H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

H315 — Causes skin irritation

H319 — Causes serious eye irritation

• 📊 PubChem CID 11164 — NIH
• 🔬 NIST WebBook — spectroscopy
• 💊 ChEMBL — bioactivity