2,8-Dichlorodibenzofuran

Agent Name
2,8-Dichlorodibenzofuran
CAS Number
5409-83-6
Formula
C12-H6-Cl2-O
Major Category
Other Classes
2,8-Dichlorodibenzofuran formula graphical representation
Synonyms
Dibenzofuran, 2,8-dichloro-; [ChemIDplus]
Category
Halogenated Polyaromatics
Description
Solid; [Aldrich MSDS]
Comments
May cause irritation; Harmful by ingestion; [Aldrich MSDS] See "CHLORINATED DIBENZOFURANS."
Biomedical References
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Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure
2.54E-05 mm Hg

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: