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1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)

1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane

A synthetic chlorinated hydrocarbon solvent formerly used industrially and as a pesticide component. Not approved for food use. Classified as a probable human carcinogen with known toxic effects on the liver and central nervous system upon exposure.

Tracked contaminantUpdated Apr 17, 2024
Health score-5.0
-5Very bad5

Water guidelines

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Food and supplement guidelines

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Risks

Carcinogenic potential, hepatotoxicity, neurotoxicity, environmental persistence, inhalation and dermal toxicity

Benefits

None

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