2,4,6-Trichlorophenol
| Chemical structure of 2,4,6-trichlorophenol | |||
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| IUPAC name
2,4,6-Trichlorophenol
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88-06-2  |
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| ChEBI | CHEBI:28755  |
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| ChemSpider | 6648 |
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| EC Number | 604-018-00-5 | ||
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| RTECS number | SN1575000 | ||
| UN number | 2020 | ||
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| C6H2Cl3OH/C6H3Cl3O | |||
| Molar mass | 197.45 g/mol | ||
| Appearance | yellow-whitish lumps or powder | ||
| Density | 1.675 g/cm3 | ||
| Melting point | 69 °C (156 °F; 342 K) | ||
| Boiling point | 246 °C (475 °F; 519 K) at 28 torr | ||
| Vapor pressure | {{{value}}} | ||
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2,4,6-Trichlorophenol, also known as TCP, phenaclor, Dowicide 2S, Dowcide 2S, omal, is a chlorinated phenol that has been used as a fungicide, herbicide, insecticide, antiseptic,[1] defoliant, and glue preservative.[2] It is a clear to yellowish crystalline solid with a strong, phenolic odor. It decomposes on heating to produce toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride and chlorine.
Health effects
In animal models, consumption of 2,4,6-trichlorophenol leads to an increased incidence of lymphomas, leukemia, and liver cancer.[3][4] It is classified as Group B2 (probable human carcinogen) by the United States Environmental Protection Agency.[4] The technical grade of this substance may contain polychlorinated dibenzodioxins (PCDDs), polychlorinated dibenzofurans (PCDFs), and other contaminants.[5]
Environmental effects
2,4,6-Trichlorophenol is an environmental pollutant that has been found in fresh water lakes such as the Great Lakes.[6]
See also
- Trichlorophenol (for other isomers).
References
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