| Compound Description | 1,1,2-Trichloroethane is a colorless, sweet-smelling liquid. It does not burn easily, can be dissolved in water, and evaporates easily. It is used as a solvent and as an intermediate in the production of the chemical, 1,1-dichloroethane. 1,1,2-Trichloroethane is sometimes present as an impurity in other chemicals, and it may be formed when another chemical breaks down in the environment under conditions where there is no air.1,1,2-trichloroethane appears as a clear light colored liquid. Insoluble in water and slightly denser than water. Hence sinks in water. May be toxic by inhalation.1,1,2-trichloroethane is a member of the class of chloroethanes that is ethane substituted by chloro groups at positions 1, 1 and 2.1,1,2-Trichloroethane is used as a chemical intermediate and a solvent. No information is available on the acute , chronic , developmental, reproductive, or carcinogenic effects of 1,1,2- trichloroethane in humans. The only effect that has been noted in humans is stinging and burning sensations of the skin upon dermal exposure to the chemical. Acute animal studies have reported effects on the liver, kidney, and central nervous system from inhalation and oral exposure to 1,1,2- trichloroethane, while chronic animal studies have reported effects on the liver and immune system from oral exposure. An animal study reported liver tumors and adrenal tumors in mice, but no tumors in rats, exposed to 1,1,2-trichloroethane by gavage . EPA has classified 1,1,2-trichloroethane as a Group C, possible human carcinogen.1,1,2-Trichloroethane has been reported in Cystoseira barbata with data available.Vinyl trichloride can cause cancer according to The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health .1,1,2-Trichloroethane is a colorless, sweet-smelling liquid that does not burn easily and boils at a higher temperature than water. It is used mostly where 1,1-dichloroethene is made. 1,1,2-Trichloroethane is used as a solvent. When it is released into the environment, most 1,1,2-trichloroethane finally ends up in the air, but some may enter groundwater. Breakdown in both the air and groundwater is slow. |
