Beta-Benzenehexachloride

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Beta-Benzenehexachloride is an organochloride insecticide consisting of a cyclohexane substituted with one chlorine atom on each carbon atom. It is an isomer of lindane.

Trade and product names: HCH (Europe), hexachlor (Sweden), hexachloran (USSR)
Chemical functions: insecticide
May be found in the following types of products: insecticide
Uses: insecticide, Lindane breakdown product, no commercial uses
Manufacturers: Inquinosa International SA
Health concern: Cancer, Reproductive System, Hormone System, Stomach Or Intestines, Brain, Nervous System, Cardiovascular System Or Blood, Immune System