What is Bis(2-Chloroethyl) Ether?
CAS#: 000111-44-4
Bis(2-chloroethyl) ether is a colorless, nonflammable liquid
with a strong unpleasant odor. It dissolves easily in water,
and some of it will slowly evaporate to the air. It does not
occur naturally.
Bis(2-chloroethyl) ether is made in factories, and most of
it is used to make pesticides. Some of it is used as a solvent,
cleaner, component of paint and varnish, rust inhibitor, or
as a chemical intermediate to make other chemicals.
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