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Agent Name 1,2-Dibromobenzene
CAS Number 583-53-9
Formula C6-H4-Br2
Major Category Solvents
Synonyms Benzene, 1,2-dibromo-; Benzene, o-dibromo- (8CI); [ChemIDplus]
Category Brominated Solvents
Description Pale yellow liquid; Not miscible or difficult to mix in water; Melting point = 5-8 deg C; [MSDSonline]
Comments An irritant; [MSDSonline]
Exposure Assessment
Vapor Pressure 0.13 mm Hg
Adverse Effects
Neurotoxin CNS Solvent Syndrome
Links to Other NLM Databases
Health Studies Human Health Effects from Hazardous Substances Data Bank: P-DIBROMOBENZENE  
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