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1,1-Dichloroethane
A chlorinated hydrocarbon solvent mainly used industrially as a chemical intermediate and in adhesives. Not a food ingredient and not intended for consumption.
Tracked contaminantUpdated Feb 6, 2026
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
Toxic if inhaled or ingested, possible carcinogen, central nervous system depression, respiratory irritation, environmental pollutant
Benefits
None