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== Description == | == Description == | ||
| − | A chlorinated hydrocarbon formerly used as an [ | + | A chlorinated hydrocarbon formerly used as an [[insecticide]] and [[fungicide]]. Kepone pellets, a commercial product containing 0.125% chlordecone, was introduced in 1961 for [[cockroach]] control. The use of chlordecone has been banned in the U.S since 1977. |
== Synonyms and Related Terms == | == Synonyms and Related Terms == | ||
Revision as of 09:24, 13 January 2014
Description
A chlorinated hydrocarbon formerly used as an Insecticide and Fungicide. Kepone pellets, a commercial product containing 0.125% chlordecone, was introduced in 1961 for Cockroach control. The use of chlordecone has been banned in the U.S since 1977.
Synonyms and Related Terms
Kepone; decachlorooctahydro-1,3,4-metheno-2H-cyclobutapentalene-2-one
Other Properties
Soluble in acetic acid, alcohols, ketones. Slightly soluble in water.
| Composition | C10Cl10O |
|---|---|
| CAS | 143-50-0 |
| Melting Point | 350 (dec) |
| Molecular Weight | mol. wt. = 490.64 |
Hazards and Safety
Human carcinogen. Toxic by ingestion, inhalation and skin absorption.