Uses
Aroclor 1268 Solution is a toxic and carcinogenic polychlorinated biphenylic compound, but less toxic than other PCBs mixtures, and therefore used in risk assessment studies by USEPA.
General Description
Clear colorless viscous liquid.
Air & Water Reactions
Insoluble in water.
Reactivity Profile
Simple aromatic halogenated organic compounds are very unreactive. Reactivity generally decreases with increased degree of substitution of halogen for hydrogen atoms.
Health Hazard
ACUTE/CHRONIC HAZARDS: Dangerous when heated to decomposition, emits highly toxic fume.
Fire Hazard
Some may burn but none ignite readily. Containers may explode when heated. Some may be transported hot.
Safety Profile
Suspected human
carcinogen. Moderately toxic by skin
contact. Used in heat transfer, hydraulic
fluids, lubricants, and insecticides. When
heated to decomposition it emits toxic
fumes of Cl-. See also
POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYLS.
