alpha-Bromo-2,6-dichlorotoluene
Agent Name
alpha-Bromo-2,6-dichlorotoluene
CAS Number
20443-98-5
Formula
C7-H5-Br-Cl2
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
2,6-Dichlorobenzyl bromide; Benzene, 2-(bromomethyl)-1,3-dichloro- (9CI); Toluene, alpha-bromo-2,6-dichloro-; [ChemIDplus] UN3261
Category
Halogenated Monoaromatics
Description
White crystals with a pungent odor; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Comments
Intravenous LD50 (mouse) = 75 mg/kg; [RTECS] Causes burns and lachrymation; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Corrosive solid, acidic, organic, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Lachrymator
Yes
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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