What is Hexachlorobutadiene?
CAS#: 000087-68-3
Hexachlorobutadiene is a colorless liquid with a turpentine-like
odor. It is also called perchlorobutadiene. Hexachlorobutadiene
is not found naturally in the environment. It is formed when
other chemicals are made.
Most hexachlorobutadiene used commercially in the United
States is imported from Germany. It is mainly used to make rubber
compounds. It is also used as a solvent, and to make lubricants,
in gyroscopes, as a heat transfer liquid, and as a hydraulic
fluid.
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