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Semi-Volatile Compounds
Bis(2-chloroethyl) ether
Bis(2-chloroethyl) ether is a synthetic industrial chemical used mainly as a chemical intermediate and solvent in manufacturing. It is not intended for use in food and is highly toxic, with known carcinogenic and mutagenic effects.
Tracked contaminantUpdated Apr 15, 2024
Health score-5.0
-5Very bad5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, respiratory toxicity, liver toxicity, skin and eye irritation, environmental persistence
Benefits
None