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Dichloroacetonitrile

Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)

Dichloroacetonitrile

A chemical compound used as an intermediate in chemical synthesis and occasionally found as a disinfection byproduct in chlorinated water. It is not a food ingredient and is considered a hazardous material due to its toxicological profile.

Tracked contaminantUpdated Apr 18, 2024
Health score-5.0
-5Very bad5

Water guidelines

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Food and supplement guidelines

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Risks

Toxicity, potential carcinogenicity, environmental pollutant, respiratory irritation, skin and eye irritation

Benefits

None

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