145213-12-3

Basic information

• Product Name: (+)-TRANS-HEPTACHLOREPOXIDE
• Synonyms: 2,5-Methano-2H-indeno[1,2-b]oxirene, 2,3,4,5,6,7,7-heptachloro-1a,1b,5,5a,6,6a-hexahydro-, (1aR,1bR,2S,5R,5aS,6R,6aR)-
• CAS NO: 145213-12-3
• Molecular Formula: C₁₀H₅Cl₇O
• Molecular Weight: 389.319
• Mol File: 145213-12-3.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

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• CAS DataBase Reference: (+)-TRANS-HEPTACHLOREPOXIDE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: (+)-TRANS-HEPTACHLOREPOXIDE(145213-12-3)
• EPA Substance Registry System: (+)-TRANS-HEPTACHLOREPOXIDE(145213-12-3)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 145213-12-3(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

(+)-TRANS-HEPTACHLOREPOXIDE is a persistent organic pollutant and a toxic environmental contaminant. It is a stereoisomer of heptachlor epoxide, a byproduct of the pesticide heptachlor. This highly stable chemical is resistant to degradation in the environment, leading to its persistence in soil, water, and biota. It has been classified as a probable human carcinogen and is known to have harmful effects on the nervous system, liver, and immune system.

Uses

Due to the toxicity and environmental persistence of (+)-TRANS-HEPTACHLOREPOXIDE, its use is heavily restricted and banned in many countries. There are no known beneficial applications for this chemical, as its presence in the environment and its effects on human health are detrimental. Efforts are focused on the detection, monitoring, and remediation of contaminated sites to mitigate the harmful effects of this pollutant.