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Overview

1,3-Dichloropropane is a highly flammable liquid at room temperature with a distinct odor (INCHEM). It is an industrial solvent that can cause eye/skin irritation and dizziness (when inhaled)

Chemical Structure

Structure received from University of Minnesota

Pharmacology and Metabolism

It is absorbed dermally, through ingestion, and inhalation (INCHEM).

Uses and Benefits

1,3-Dichloropropane is an industrial solvent used as an alkylating agent, ring-forming agent, and polymerization catalyst or promoter in the synthesis of organic chemicals and is found in some soil fumigants (WHO, 2003).

Health Effects

It is a skin/eye irritant and can cause dizziness when inhaled (INCHEM).

Precautions

When exposed, one should remove and wash all affected clothes and rinse out eyes with water. When inhaled, one needs fresh air and rest to recuperate (INCHEM).

External Links

• OSHA on 1,3-Dichloropropane

• International Programme on Chemical Safety. 1,3-Dichloropropane. Accessed 4-30-07.

• Pesticideinfo.org

References

International Programme on Chemical Safety. 1,3-Dichloropropane. Accessed 4-30-07.

World Health Organization. "1,3-Dichloropropane in Drinking Water". Originaly published in Guidelines for Drinking Water Quality, 2nd ed., vol. 2. Health criteria and other supporting information. Geneva, 1996.