4,4'-Dibromobiphenyl

Agent Name
4,4'-Dibromobiphenyl
CAS Number
92-86-4
Formula
C12-H8-Br2
Major Category
Other Classes
4,4'-Dibromobiphenyl formula graphical representation
Synonyms
p,p'-Dibromobiphenyl; 1,1'-Biphenyl, 4,4'-dibromo-; Biphenyl, 4,4'-dibromo- (8CI); [ChemIDplus] UN3152
Category
Halogenated Polyaromatics
Description
White powder; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Comments
"Induces drug metabolism enzymes." [ChemIDplus] A skin and strong eye irritant; [Alfa Aesar MSDS] See "Polybrominated biphenyls."
Biomedical References

Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure
2.46E-05 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Polyhalogenated biphenyls, solid."

Adverse Effects

Hepatotoxin
Hepatoxic (a) from occupational exposure (secondary effect) or (b) in animal studies or in humans after ingestion
Reproductive Toxin
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Chloracne

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: