Dichloropropane

What is 1,2-Dichloropropane? 1,2-Dichloropropane is a colorless, flammable liquid with a chloroform-like odor. It is moderately soluble in water and readily evaporates into air. It does not occur naturally in the environment.

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Dichloropropane

What is 1,2-Dichloropropane? 1,2-Dichloropropane is a colorless, flammable liquid with a chloroform-like odor. It is moderately soluble in water and readily evaporates into air. It does not occur naturally in the environment.

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Dieldrin

What is Dieldrin? Dieldrin is an organochloride originally produced in 1948 as an insecticide. Dieldrin is closely related to aldrin, which reacts further to form dieldrin. Aldrin is not toxic to insects; it is oxidized in the insect to form dieldrin which is the active compound.

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Dieldrin

What is Dieldrin? Dieldrin is an organochloride originally produced in 1948 as an insecticide. Dieldrin is closely related to aldrin, which reacts further to form dieldrin. Aldrin is not toxic to insects; it is oxidized in the insect to form dieldrin which is the active compound.

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DNT

What is DNT? DNT is a nitro aromatic explosive that exists as six isomers: 2,4- and 2,6- DNT are the two major forms; 2,3-DNT, 2,5-DNT, 3,4-DNT and 3,5-DNT are minor isomers. Used as an intermediate in the production of ammunition, polyurethane polymers, dyes, plasticizers and automobile airbags.

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