2,3,5,6-Tetrachloroterephthaloyl chloride
Agent Name
2,3,5,6-Tetrachloroterephthaloyl chloride
CAS Number
719-32-4
Formula
C8-Cl6-O2
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
1,4-Benzenedicarbonyl dichloride, 2,3,5,6-tetrachloro-; Perchloroterephthaloyl chloride; Terephthaloyl chloride, tetrachloro-; Tetrachloroterephthalic dichloride; Tetrachloroterephthaloyl chloride; Tetrachloroterephthaloyl dichloride; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Halogenated Monoaromatics
Description
Solid; [MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Produced as an intermediate in the manufacture of the herbicide Dimethyl tetrachloroterephthalate (DCPA); [HSDB]
Comments
A corrosive substance that can cause injury to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; Inhalation may cause chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Other Information
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