Preferred Label : b-Hexachlorocyclohexane;
NCIt synonyms : b-Hexachlorobenzene; b-Lindane; b-Benzene Hexachloride; 1a,2b,3a,4b,5a,6b-Hexachlorocyclohexane; b-HCH;
NCIt definition : A colorless, sand-like powder that emits toxic fumes of phosgene gas, hydrochloric
acid and other chlorinated compounds when heated to decomposition. b-Hexachlorocyclohexane
is the beta-isomer of hexachlorocyclohexane and is used as an insecticide. Inhalation
exposure to this substance causes severe irritation of the nose, throat, and lungs;
causes anemia, and affects the liver, kidneys, nervous system, cardiovascular system
and immune system. b-Hexachlorocyclohexane is reasonably anticipated to be a human
carcinogen. (NCI05);
CAS number : 319-85-7;
ChEBI ID : CHEBI:28428;
Origin ID : C44340;
UMLS CUI : C1711105;
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