3-Amino-1,2-propanediol is used in the preparation of iohexol, which is a X-CT non-ionic contrast medium. It acts as a starting material in the production of specialty materials.
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Applications3-Amino-1,2-propanediol is used in the preparation of iohexol, which is a X-CT non-ionic contrast medium. It acts as a starting material in the production of specialty materials.
SolubilityMiscible with water.
NotesHygroscopic. Incompatible with oxidizing agents.