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1,2-Dichloroethylene
A synthetic chlorinated hydrocarbon solvent used industrially and as a chemical intermediate; not used as a food ingredient. Exposure primarily occurs via inhalation or skin contact, with potential toxicity concerns.
Tracked contaminantUpdated Feb 6, 2026
Health score-4.0
-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
Toxicity to the liver and kidneys, potential carcinogenicity, respiratory irritation, neurotoxicity, environmental contaminant
Benefits
None