Endrin
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Description
A chlorinated hydrocarbon Insecticide whose use is now banned in the United States. Endrin was first introduced as a pesticide and insecticide in 1951. It is an isomer of Dieldrin.
Synonyms and Related Terms
mendrin; nendrin; hexadrin; insecticide no. 269; compound 269; ENT-17251
Risks
- Toxic by ingestion, inhalation, and skin absorption.
- Biohazard.
- CDH Chemicals: SDS
Physical and Chemical Properties
| Composition | C12H8Cl6O |
|---|---|
| CAS | 72-20-8 |
| Melting Point | 245 C (dec) |
| Molecular Weight | mol. wt. = 380.93 |