Chemical Properties
white powder
Definition
ChEBI: Chlordecone alcohol is an organochlorine compound.
General Description
White powder or solid. Insoluble in water.
Air & Water Reactions
Insoluble in water.
Reactivity Profile
A halogenated alcohol. Flammable and/or toxic gases are generated by the combination of alcohols with alkali metals, nitrides, and strong reducing agents. They react with oxoacids and carboxylic acids to form esters plus water. Oxidizing agents convert them to aldehydes or ketones. Alcohols exhibit both weak acid and weak base behavior. They may initiate the polymerization of isocyanates and epoxides. Alcohols and polyols vary widely in toxicity. Among the most toxic are methyl and allyl alcohol, which act as nervous system depressants.
Health Hazard
ACUTE/CHRONIC HAZARDS: When heated to decomposition Chlordecone alcohol emits toxic fumes.
Fire Hazard
Flash point data for Chlordecone alcohol are not available. Chlordecone alcohol is probably combustible.
