Toxaphene
Also known as Toxaphen, Camphechlore, Camphochlor
Key facts
What buyers check first
- Appearance
- Yellow waxy solid
- Melting point
- 65 to 90
- Boiling point
- Decomposes near boiling point
- Density
- Relative density (water = 1): 1.65
- Flash point
- 135 °C
- HS code
- 290389
- Category
- Insecticides and acaricides
- UN number
- UN 2761
What is Toxaphene?
Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms
Toxaphene is a synthetic mixture of chlorinated camphenes with a yellow waxy appearance that is practically insoluble in water and soluble in aromatic hydrocarbons. Toxaphene had been used as a pesticide in the US before and all uses were banned in 1990. When heated to decomposition, toxaphene emits toxic fumes of hydrochloric acid and other chlorinated compounds. Exposure of humans to toxaphene causes stimulation of the central nervous system, which results in convulsive seizures. It is reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen. (NCI05)
Identifiers
Registry numbers, names and line notations, tap to copy
- IUPAC name
- 1,4,5,6,7,7-hexachloro-2,2-bis(chloromethyl)-3-methylidenebicyclo[2.2.1]heptane
- CAS number
- 8001-35-2 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 1852481-29-8
- EC number
- 232-283-3
- Molecular formula
- C10H8Cl8
- InChIKey
- OEJNXTAZZBRGDN-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C10H8Cl8/c1-4-7(2-11,3-12)9(16)6(14)5(13)8(4,15)10(9,17)18/h5-6H,1-3H2
- SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
- C=C1C(C2(C(C(C1(C2(Cl)Cl)Cl)Cl)Cl)Cl)(CCl)CCl
Synonyms
- Toxaphen
- Camphechlore
- Camphochlor
- Camphoclor
- Kamfochlor
- Agricide
- Crestoxo
- Estonox
- Geniphene
- Melipax
- Phenacide
- Phenatox
- Toxadust
- Toxafeen
- Toxakil
- Toxyphen
- Alltex
- Alltox
- Anatox
- Agsco toxaphene
- Motox
- Fasco-terpene
- Polychlorcamphene
- Strobane-t
- Chem-Phene
Show all 39 synonymsShow fewer synonyms
- Gy-phene
- PchK
- Camphofene huileux
- 1,2,3,4,7,7-hexachloro-6,6-bis(chloromethyl)-5-methylidenebicyclo(2.2.1)heptane
- 1,2,3,4,7,7-hexachloro-6,6-bis(chloromethyl)-5-methylidenebicyclo[2.2.1]heptane
- Rigo Toxaphene 8
- Toxaphene 8 EC
- Toxaphene E-8
- Cristoxo 90
- Attac 6
- Attac 8
- Strobane t-90
- Agway toxaphene 6E
- synThetic 3956
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure
Physical and chemical properties
Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade
| Appearance | Yellow waxy solidexp.Measured value |
|---|---|
| Odour | Pleasant piney odorexp.Measured value |
| Melting point | 65 to 90exp.Measured value |
| Boiling point | Decomposes near boiling pointexp.Measured value |
| Density | Relative density (water = 1): 1.65exp.Measured value |
| Flash point | 135 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Autoignition temperature | 530 °Cexp.Measured value |
| Solubility | 3 mg/l water @ room tempexp.Measured value |
| Vapour pressure | 6.69 × 10⁻⁶ mm Hg @ 20 °Cexp.Measured value |
Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.
Computed descriptors
Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation
| Molecular weight | 411.80 g/molcalc.Computed value |
|---|---|
| Exact mass | 407.8134 Dacalc.Computed value |
| LogP (octanol/water) | 5.38calc.Computed value |
| Topological polar surface area | 0 Ųcalc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond donors | 0calc.Computed value |
| Hydrogen bond acceptors | 0calc.Computed value |
| Rotatable bonds | 2calc.Computed value |
| Heavy atoms | 18calc.Computed value |
| Rings | 2calc.Computed value |
| Aromatic rings | 0calc.Computed value |
| Fraction sp3 carbons | 0.8calc.Computed value |
| Formal charge | 0calc.Computed value |
| Stereocentres | 4calc.Computed value |
| Lipinski rule of five | Passes (1 violation)calc.Computed value |
Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.
Murcko scaffold
The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed
C=C1CC2CCC1C2
2 rings, 8 atoms, the 2-Methylene-bicyclo(2.2.1)heptane ring system.
163 other chemicals share this scaffoldSafety and hazards
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet
Hazard statements
- H301Toxic if swallowed.
- H312Harmful in contact with skin.
- H315Causes skin irritation.
- H335May cause respiratory irritation.
- H351Suspected of causing cancer.
- H400Very toxic to aquatic life.
- H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statements (21)
- P203Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use.
- P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
- P264Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
- P270Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
- P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
- P273Avoid release to the environment.
- P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
- P301 + P316If swallowed: Get emergency medical help immediately.
- P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
- P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P317Get medical help.
- P318If exposed or concerned, get medical advice.
- P319Get medical help if you feel unwell.
- P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
- P330Rinse mouth.
- P332 + P317If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
- P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
- P391Collect spillage.
- P403 + P233Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
- P405Store locked up.
- P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.
- UN number
- UN 2761
- Transport hazard class
- 6.1
GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.
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Reference: Stockholm Convention Annex A persistent organic pollutant
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Indicative price range per kg from live supplier offers
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Uses and applications
What the substance is used for, by industry and function
For Toxaphene (USEPA/OPP PC Code: 080501) there are 0 labels match.
Approved uses of pesticides are established by the US EPA and may change periodically. Local and state authorities should be consulted for currently approved uses. The following web site also addresses current uses of pesticides approved by the US EPA and by the state of California: <http://www.cdpr.ca.gov/docs/epa/epamenu.htm>.
The active ingredient is no longer contained in any registered pesticide products ... "cancelled.".
It is a non-systemic contact and stomach insecticide with some acaricidal action.
The principal use of toxaphene in the past was for pest control on cotton crops. It was also used to control pests in livestock and poultry, and on other field crops.
Use classes: Pesticides, Insecticides.
Industries and functions
Pharmacological actions
- Insecticides
Roles
- acaricide
- aetiopathogenetic role
- agrochemical
- carcinogenic agent
- environmental contaminant
- insecticide
- persistent organic pollutant
- pesticide
Functional uses
- Biocide
How it is made
Produced by chlorination of camphene ...
Toxaphene was produced in the U.S. primarily by four major companies: Hercules, Inc., at Brunswick, Georgia, Tenneco Chemical, Inc., at Ford, New Jersey, Riverside Chemical Company at Groves, Texas, and Vicksburg Chemical Company at Vicksburg, Mississippi.
Regulatory status
Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance
Toxaphene is prohibited on CompoundList. Listings, quotes and messages are disabled. This page is kept for information only.
Listing and enquiries are not allowed for this substance.
Reference: Stockholm Convention Annex A persistent organic pollutant
Our policy on controlled substancesEurope
- EU harmonised classification (CLP Annex VI)Index no: 602-044-00-1
Health and food
- EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex II, prohibited in cosmeticsName: Toxaphene, Ref no: 1105, Annex ref: II/1105
Agriculture and environment
- Stockholm Convention persistent organic pollutant
HS code and trade data
Customs classification and reported world trade statistics
Global trade
World import and export statistics for the HS code Toxaphene is traded under.
Halogenated derivatives of cyclanic, cyclenic or cycloterpenic hydrocarbons, other
- China40.4%
- Japan26.5%
- United Kingdom7.2%
- South Korea19.2%
- Japan16.6%
- United States15.8%
The HS code shown for Toxaphene is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.
Related chemicals
Parent and salt forms, stereoisomers, similar structures and isomers
Same formula isomers
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Frequently asked questions
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