Toxaphene

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Toxaphene (CAS 8001-35-2) is an organic insecticide with the approximate empirical formula C₁₀H₁₀Cl₈ and average molecular mass of 414. It is usually seen as a yellow to amber waxy solid, or in gas form. In 1990, it was banned for all uses in the United States. When inhaled or ingested, sufficient quantities of toxaphene can damage the lungs, nervous system, and kidneys, and may cause death.

Also called: camphechlor, chlorinated camphene, polychlorocamphene, chlorocamphene, octachlorocamphene

Trademarked name: Toxaphene, Strobane, Mellipax

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