118-74-1

  • English Name: Hexachlorobenzene
  • CAS Number: 118-74-1
  • Molecular Formula: C₆Cl₆

Physical Properties

Appearance: White crystalline solidMelting Point: 227–230°CBoiling Point: 323°CDensity: 1.55 g/cm³ (at 25°C)Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents (such as benzene, chloroform, ether, etc.)Applications:

  • Previously used as a fungicide (now banned in many countries)
  • Used as a chemical intermediate for synthesizing other chlorinated compounds
  • Applications in rubber, dyes, and pharmaceuticals industries

Toxicity: Toxic to humans and animals; prolonged exposure may cause liver damage, reproductive toxicity, and is classified as a possible human carcinogen (IARC Group 2B).

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