CAS Number: 79-00-5. A colorless, sweet-smelling liquid that is
used primarily as a chemical intermediate in the production of
1,1-dichloroethene (AKA: vinylidene chloride). It is also used as
a solvent for chlorinated rubbers, fats, oils, waxes, and resins.
Chemical formula = C2H3Cl3. Molecular weight = 133.41g/mol.
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1,1,2-Trichloroethane is used as a chemical intermediate and a
solvent. No information is available on the acute (short-term),
chronic (long-term), developmental, reproductive, or carcinogenic
effects of 1,1,2-trichloroethane in humans. The only effect that
has been noted in humans is stinging and burning sensations of
the skin upon dermal exposure to the chemical. Acute animal
studies have reported effects on the liver, kidney, and central
nervous system (CNS) from inhalation and oral exposure to
1,1,2-trichloroethane, while chronic animal studies have reported
effects on the liver and immune system from oral exposure. An
animal study reported liver tumors and adrenal tumors in mice,
but no tumors in rats, exposed to 1,1,2-trichloroethane by gavage
(experimentally placing the chemical in the stomach). EPA has
classified 1,1,2-trichloroethane as a Group C, possible human
carcinogen.