1,4-Dichloro-trans-2-butene
Agent Name
1,4-Dichloro-trans-2-butene
CAS Number
110-57-6
Formula
C4-H6-Cl2
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
2-Butene, 1,4-dichloro-, (E)-; 2-Butene, 1,4-dichloro-, trans-; trans-1,4-Dichloro-2-butene; trans-1,4-Dichlorobutene; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Halogenated Aliphatics, Unsaturated
Description
Colorless liquid; [HSDB] Faintly yellow clear liquid; May decompose on exposure to light, air, or moisture; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Used to produce pesticides and other chemicals; Also used as a nematocide; [HSDB]
Comments
A skin, eye, and respiratory tract irritant; A lachrymator; [HSDB] A corrosive substance that can cause injury to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; Inhalation may cause chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema; A lachrymator; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
3.43 mm Hg
Lethal Concentration
LC50 (rat) = 86 ppm/4h
Explanatory Notes
Flash Point = 53 deg C; [HSDB] The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Toxic by inhalation liquid, corrosive, n.o.s. (Inhalation Hazard Zone B)." VP from ChemIDplus;
Adverse Effects
Lachrymator
Yes
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
IARC Carcinogen
Not classifiable
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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