1,2-Bis(2-chloroethoxy)ethane
Agent Name
1,2-Bis(2-chloroethoxy)ethane
CAS Number
112-26-5
Formula
C6-H12-Cl2-O2
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
1,2-Bis(chloroethoxy)ethane; 1,8-Dichloro-3,6-dioxaoctane; 2-(2-Chlorethoxy)ethyl 2'-chlorethyl ether; 2-(2-Chloroethoxy)ethyl 2'-chloroethyl ether; Bis(2-chloroethoxy)ethane; Ethane, 1,2-bis(2-chloroethoxy)-; Triethylene glycol dichloride; Triglycol dichloride; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Halogenated Ethers
Description
Colorless liquid; [HSDB]
Sources/Uses
Used as a solvent for hydrocarbons and oils, as an extractant, and to make resins and insecticides; [HSDB]
Comments
Irritating to skin and eyes; [HSDB] Effects in animal experiments include general anesthesia, tetany, and liver changes; [RTECS] An irritant; Effects in high-dose animal studies include general anesthesia; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure
0.06 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
VP from ChemIDplus;
NFPA
must be preheated
Adverse Effects
Neurotoxin
Acute solvent syndrome
Hepatotoxin
Hepatoxic (a) from occupational exposure (secondary effect) or (b) in animal studies or in humans after ingestion
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Diseases
Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: