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2-methyl-1,3-propanediol
2-Methyl-1,3-propanediol (MPD) is a colorless, viscous liquid with a sweet odor. It is a chiral compound with two enantiomers. MPD is a versatile chemical that finds applications in various industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and polymers. It is used as a solvent, plasticizer, and intermediate in the synthesis of other chemicals. MPD is also being investigated for its potential use as a biofuel.
MPD can be synthesized by various methods, including the hydrogenation of methyl methacrylate, the aldol condensation of formaldehyde and acetone, and the reaction of propylene oxide with formaldehyde.
MPD is generally considered to be non-toxic and biodegradable. However, some studies have shown that it can cause skin and eye irritation. MPD is also flammable.
MPD is studied for its potential use as a sustainable alternative to traditional fuels. It is also being investigated for its use in the synthesis of new polymers and pharmaceuticals.'
Cross-References
| ID Source | ID |
|---|
| PubMed CID | 75103 |
| CHEMBL ID | 3183047 |
| MeSH ID | M0402110 |
Synonyms (39)
| Synonym |
|---|
| 2-methyl-1,3-propanediol |
| propane-1,3-diol, 2-methyl- |
| inchi=1/c4h10o2/c1-4(2-5)3-6/h4-6h,2-3h2,1h3 |
| qwgrwmmwndwrqn-uhfffaoysa- |
| 2163-42-0 |
| 2-methylpropane-1,3-diol |
| 2-methyl-1,3-propanediol, 99% |
| 1,3-propanediol, 2-methyl- |
| 1,3-dihydroxy-2-methylpropane |
| M1114 |
| EN300-85197 |
| NCGC00248505-01 |
| cas-2163-42-0 |
| tox21_200047 |
| NCGC00257601-01 |
| dtxsid3029231 , |
| dtxcid609231 |
| n8f53b3r4r , |
| methylpropanediol |
| hsdb 7267 |
| unii-n8f53b3r4r |
| FT-0612887 |
| .beta.-hydroxyisobutanol |
| methylpropanediol [inci] |
| 1,3-propanediol, 2-methyl- [hsdb] |
| AKOS015856381 |
| 2-methypropan-1,3-diol |
| 2-methyl-propane-1,3-diol |
| 2-methyl-1,3-propandiol |
| 2-methylpropan-1,3-diol |
| mp diol glycol |
| CHEMBL3183047 |
| F0001-0772 |
| mfcd00082586 |
| CS-0021060 |
| D71170 |
| Q27284705 |
| SB83782 |
| 1,3-isobutanediol |
Occurs in Manufacturing (6 Product(s))
Product Categories
Products
| Product | Brand | Category | Compounds Matched from Ingredients | Date Retrieved |
|---|
| BioRepublic Skincare Lip Mask -- 0.17 fl oz | BioRepublic Skincare | Beauty & Personal Care | caprylyl glycol, butylene glycol, methylpropanediol, citric acid, ascorbyl palmitate, arginine, bisabolol, carbomer, citric acid, panthenol, hydroxyphenyl propamidobenzoic acid, glycerin, phenoxyethanol, propanediol, sodium citrate, squalane | 2024-11-29 10:47:42 |
| Dead Sea Naturals Skincare Starter Kit -- 1 Kit | Dead Sea Naturals | Beauty & Personal Care | caprylyl glycol, butylene glycol, aminomethyl propanol, methylpropanediol, citric acid, ascorbyl palmitate, alanine, allantoin, ascorbyl glucoside, ascorbic acid, bisabolol, cetearyl alcohol, cetyl alcohol, cetyl palmitate, chlorphenesin, citric acid, cocamidopropyl betaine, tocopherol, panthenol, pro vitamin B5, ethylhexylglycerin, farnesol, tocopherol, vitamin E, glyceryl stearate, glycerin, glycine, dimethicone, hexyl cinnamal, hydroxyethylcellulose, pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, isopropyl myristate, kaolin, lactic acid, linalool, niacinamide, phenoxyethanol, peg-40 stearate, propylene glycol, salicylic acid, beta-sitosterol, sodium benzoate, sodium citrate, sodium hydroxide, sodium lactate, squalene, stearyl alcohol, trehalose, urea, zinc oxide | 2024-11-29 10:47:42 |
| Eucerin Skin Calming Daily Moisturizing Creme Fragrance Free -- 14 oz | Eucerin | Beauty & Personal Care | methylpropanediol, benzyl alcohol, carbomer, cetyl alcohol, cetyl palmitate, glyceryl stearate, glycerin, dimethicone, octyldodecanol, phenoxyethanol, piroctone olamine, PEG-40 stearate | 2024-11-29 10:47:42 |
| Hempz Triple Moisture Herbal Whipped Body Creme -- 17 fl oz | Hempz | Beauty & Personal Care | aminomethyl propanol, methylpropanediol, amyl cinnamal, ascorbic acid, benzyl benzoate, carbomer, cetearyl alcohol, tocopherol, cyclopentasiloxane, tocopherol, glycerin, dimethicone, hexyl cinnamal, limonene, linalool, trisodium ethylenediamine disuccinate, phenoxyethanol, propanediol, retinyl palmitate | 2024-11-29 10:47:42 |
| Kiss My Face Self Tanning Drops -- 1 fl oz | Kiss My Face | Beauty & Personal Care | methylpropanediol, orange, citric acid, citric acid, dihydroxyacetone, glycerin, phenoxyethanol | 2024-11-29 10:47:42 |
| Kiss My Face Self Tanning Firming Mousse -- 3 fl oz | Kiss My Face | Beauty & Personal Care | methylpropanediol, citric acid, caffeine, citric acid, cocamidopropyl betaine, dihydroxyacetone, erythrulose, glycerin, phenoxyethanol, xylitol | 2024-11-29 10:47:42 |
Protein Targets (2)
Potency Measurements
Research
Studies (6)
| Timeframe | Studies, This Drug (%) | All Drugs % |
|---|
| pre-1990 | 4 (66.67) | 18.7374 |
| 1990's | 0 (0.00) | 18.2507 |
| 2000's | 0 (0.00) | 29.6817 |
| 2010's | 2 (33.33) | 24.3611 |
| 2020's | 0 (0.00) | 2.80 |
| [information is prepared from research data collected from National Library of Medicine (NLM), extracted Dec-2023] |
Market Indicators
Research Demand Index: 46.62
According to the monthly volume, diversity, and competition of internet searches for this compound, as well the volume and growth of publications, there is estimated to be strong demand-to-supply ratio for research on this compound.
| Metric | This Compound (vs All) |
|---|
| Research Demand Index | 46.62 (24.57) | | Research Supply Index | 2.08 (2.92) | | Research Growth Index | 4.32 (4.65) | | Search Engine Demand Index | 66.45 (26.88) | | Search Engine Supply Index | 2.00 (0.95) |
| |
Study Types
| Publication Type | This drug (%) | All Drugs (%) |
|---|
| Trials | 0 (0.00%) | 5.53% |
| Reviews | 0 (0.00%) | 6.00% |
| Case Studies | 0 (0.00%) | 4.05% |
| Observational | 0 (0.00%) | 0.25% |
| Other | 7 (100.00%) | 84.16% |
| [information is prepared from research data collected from National Library of Medicine (NLM), extracted Dec-2023] |