Trichlorophenol

Agent Name
Trichlorophenol
CAS Number
25167-82-2
Formula
C6-H3-Cl3-O
Major Category
Other Classes
Trichlorophenol formula graphical representation
Synonyms
Phenol, trichloro-; [ChemIDplus] UN2020
Category
Chlorophenols
Description
Solid with a strong disinfectant odor; [HSDB]
Sources/Uses
Used as fungicide and bactericide; [HSDB] Used to make pesticides; [EPA OHM/TADS]
Comments
A skin, nose, and throat irritant; May cause swelling and injury to eyes; [CAMEO] See "2,4,6-Trichlorophenol." See "CHLOROPHENOLS."
Biomedical References

Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure
0.00246 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Chlorophenols, solid." VP from ChemIDplus;

Adverse Effects

Hepatotoxin
Hepatoxic (a) from occupational exposure (secondary effect) or (b) in animal studies or in humans after ingestion
Nephrotoxin
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Chloracne
IARC Carcinogen
Possible (2b)
Other Poison
Uncoupler

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

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