Brief: Discover Para Dichlorobenzene CAS 106-46-7, a high-purity chemical for industrial odor control. Learn about its environmental impact, regulatory status, and applications in this informative video.
Related Product Features:
Para Dichlorobenzene (PDCB) is a chlorinated aromatic hydrocarbon with 99% purity.
Used in mothballs, air fresheners, and as a deodorizer for industrial applications.
Relatively stable in the environment with a half-life of 14 to 31 days in the atmosphere.
Potential for bioaccumulation in plant and animal fats, though not highly toxic to aquatic life.
Classified as a Group C, possible human carcinogen by the U.S. EPA.
Enters the environment through industrial emissions and product use.
High volatility ensures most PDCB is released into the atmosphere.
Currently undergoing risk evaluation by the U.S. EPA as a high-priority chemical.
Вопросы:
How does PDCB enter the environment?
PDCB enters the environment through industrial emissions, incinerators, and the use of products containing the chemical, such as deodorants and insect repellents.
Is PDCB harmful to aquatic life?
PDCB is not highly toxic to aquatic organisms, and concentrations in surface waters have been found to be low.
Can PDCB accumulate in the food chain?
Yes, PDCB tends to accumulate in plant and animal fats, leading to potential bioaccumulation in the food chain.
What regulations exist for PDCB?
The U.S. EPA has designated PDCB as a high-priority chemical and is currently evaluating its risks. It is also classified as a Group C, possible human carcinogen.