1079-17-0

Basic information

• Product Name: ALPHA,ALPHA',2,3,5,6-HEXACHLORO-P-XYLENE
• Synonyms: A,A'-2,3,5,6-HEXACHLORO-P-XYLENE;ALPHA,ALPHA',2,3,5,6-HEXACHLORO-P-XYLENE;1,2,4,5-Tetrachloro-3,6-bis(chloromethyl)benzene;1,4-Bis(chloromethyl)tetrachlorobenzene;alpha,alpha’,2,3,5,6-hexachloro-4-xylene;p-Tetrachloroxylylene dichloride;p-Xylene, alpha,alpha',2,3,5,6-hexachloro-;Tetrachloro-p-xylene dichloride
• CAS NO: 1079-17-0
• Molecular Formula: C₈H₄Cl₆
• Molecular Weight: 312.84
• EINECS: 214-090-6
• Product Categories: Aromatic Hydrocarbons (substituted) & Derivatives
• Mol File: 1079-17-0.mol
• Article Data: 2

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 181 °C
• Boiling Point: 345 °C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 177.3 °C
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.624 g/cm³
• CAS DataBase Reference: ALPHA,ALPHA',2,3,5,6-HEXACHLORO-P-XYLENE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: ALPHA,ALPHA',2,3,5,6-HEXACHLORO-P-XYLENE(1079-17-0)
• EPA Substance Registry System: ALPHA,ALPHA',2,3,5,6-HEXACHLORO-P-XYLENE(1079-17-0)

Safety Data

• RIDADR: 1759
• HazardClass: 8
• PackingGroup: III
• Hazardous Substances Data: 1079-17-0(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

Alpha, alpha', 2,3,5,6-hexachloro-p-xylene is a synthetic, organic chemical compound that belongs to the group of chlorinated hydrocarbons. It is predominately used in industries as a precursor for manufacturing flame retardants, plasticizers, and pesticides. However, due to its highly toxic nature, it can lead to serious health and environmental hazards, if not handled properly. Breathing or consuming it may cause skin and eye irritation, and prolonged exposure can result in damage to the liver, kidney, and central nervous system. Therefore, its use and disposal are regulated under environmental laws.

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