Trichloroethylene
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Trichloroethylene Definition
A synthetic, light sensitive, volatile, colorless, liquid that is miscible with many non-polar organic solvents. Trichloroethylene is used mainly as a degreaser for metal parts. Upon combustion, it produces irritants and toxic gases. Occupational exposure to trichloroethylene is associated with excess incidences of liver cancer, kidney cancer and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. It is reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen. (NCI05)
Trichloroethylene Synonyms
Trichloroethylene, 1,1-Dichloro-2-chloroethylene, Ethinyl Trichloride, Ethylene Trichloride, TRICHLOROETHYLENE, Trichloroethene
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