CHLORINATED SOLVENTS

Agent Name
CHLORINATED SOLVENTS
Alternative Name
CLASS
Major Category
Solvents
Synonyms
CLASSES
Category
Chlorinated Aliphatics
Sources/Uses
Trichloroethylene as a vapor degreaser has been replaced by 1,1,1-trichloroethane and chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). CFCs are being phased out because of their ozone-depleting properties. Perchloroethylene has replaced mineral spirits and carbon tetrachloride in dry cleaning facilities. Methylene chloride is used for paint stripping and extraction, chloroform for spot cleaning and extraction, and carbon tetrachloride for organic synthesis. [LaDou, p. 552] In a 1996 survey, chlorinated solvents were commonly used. By 2004, use was substantially reduced and none of them were in the top five degreasing solvents. [Reference #1]
Biomedical References

Adverse Effects

Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Hepatotoxin
Hepatoxic (a) from occupational exposure (secondary effect) or (b) in animal studies or in humans after ingestion
Nephrotoxin
Yes

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: