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Monochlorobenzene
Monochlorobenzene is an aromatic organic solvent primarily used in industrial applications such as the manufacture of herbicides, pesticides, and dyes. It is not a food ingredient and is recognized as a hazardous chemical with significant toxicological concerns.
Tracked contaminantUpdated Feb 21, 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, ingested, or absorbed through skin; carcinogenic potential; respiratory tract irritation; nervous system effects; environmental pollutant
Benefits
None