Trichloroethane, a Summary of the Toxicological Data
Abstract
The literature on trichloroethane is reviewed from the perspective of the proposed use of 1,1,1-trichloroethane as a solvent in the safe smoke grenade. Toxicity, special hazards, and environmental fate are discussed. Differences between 1,1,1-trichloroethane and 1,1,2-trichloroethane are noted, and it is emphasized that 1,1,1-trichloroethane is considerably less toxic than 1,1,2-trichloroethane. Keywords: Methyl chloroform, Skin anatomy, Eye, Irritation, Hazardous materials.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1989
- Accession Number
- ADA208164
Entities
People
- Sharon Reutter
Organizations
- Edgewood Chemical Biological Center