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About 1,1-Dichloroethylene
From The Agency of Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
CAS ID #: 75-35-4
Affected Organ Systems: Cardiovascular (Heart and Blood Vessels), Developmental (effects during periods when organs are developing), Hepatic (Liver), Neurological (Nervous System), Renal (Urinary System or Kidneys), Reproductive (Producing Children)
Cancer Classification: None
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Chemical Classification: Volatile organic compounds (VOC)
Summary: 1, 1-Dichloroethene is an industrial chemical that is not found naturally in the environment. It is a colorless liquid with a mild, sweet smell. It is also called vinylidene chloride. 1, 1-Dichloroethene is used to make certain plastics, such as flexible films like food wrap, and in packaging materials. It is also used to make flame retardant coatings for fiber and carpet backings, and in piping, coating for steel pipes, and in adhesive applications.
Downloadable Resources
ADDENDUM TO THE TOXICOLOGICAL PROFILE FOR 1,1-DICHLOROETHENE (DOWNLOAD PDF)
EPA.GOV TOXICOLOGY REVIEW (DOWNLOAD PDF)
INTEGRATED RISK INFORMATION SYSTEM (IRIS) CHEMICAL ASSESSMENT SUMMARY (DOWNLOAD PDF)
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