1-Propanol

1-Propanol (also known as propan-1-ol, propyl alcohol, or just propanol) is an alcohol. The chemical formula is  or C3H8O. It is an isomer of isopropanol. It appears as a flammable, colourless liquid.

 Uses 
1-Propanol is harder to make than isopropanol, which can be made cheaply from a direct hydration reaction of propylene as predicted by Markovnikov's rule. Making 1-propanol from propene needs a more complicated process, so it is more expensive. Cheaper alcohols like ethanol and isopropanol are more common for househould use.

In the chemical industry, its differences from isopropanol can matter more, and it is sometimes used as a solvent. It is also an ingredient in other chemicals like n-propyl bromide.

Category:Alcohols
Category:Propane derivatives