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Toxaphene  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A very complex, but reproducible mixture of at least 177 C10 polychloro derivatives, having an approximate overall empirical formula of C10-H10-Cl8. It is used as an insecticide and may reasonably be anticipated to be a carcinogen: Fourth Annual Report on Carcinogens (NTP 85-002, 1985). (From Merck Index, 11th ed)

Entry terms

  • 8001-35-2
  • Polychlorocamphene

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-B4JQ2DRN-K

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