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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
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Carcinogenic potential, hepatotoxicity, neurotoxicity, environmental persistence, inhalation and dermal toxicity
Benefits
None