1-chloro-2-(1-chloropropan-2-yloxy)propane

Dichloroisopropyl ether is a colorless liquid.

BCIE was previously used as a solvent and as an extractant. It may be formed as a by-product of propylene oxide production. It has been found in industrial waste water and in natural water.

UN2490 Dichloroisopropyl ether, Hazard Class: 6.1; Labels: 6.1—Poisonous materials.

Incompatible with oxidizers (chlorates, nitrates, peroxides, permanganates, perchlorates, chlorine, bromine, fluorine, etc.); contact may cause fires or explosions. Keep away from alkaline materials, strong bases, strong acids, oxoacids, epoxides. It may form dangerous peroxides upon standing; may explode when heated.

Use special incinerator due to high HCl content, such as seagoing incinerator ships.