CAS 143-50-0: Chlordecone
Description:Chlordecone, also known by its chemical name Kepone, is an organochlorine compound characterized by its complex structure, which includes multiple chlorine atoms attached to a polycyclic framework. It is a colorless to yellowish solid that is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. Chlordecone was primarily used as an insecticide, particularly in agricultural applications, due to its effectiveness against pests. However, its use has been heavily restricted or banned in many countries due to its persistence in the environment and potential health risks. Chlordecone is known to bioaccumulate in the food chain and has been associated with various adverse health effects, including endocrine disruption and potential carcinogenicity. Its environmental persistence raises concerns about soil and water contamination, leading to long-term ecological impacts. Regulatory agencies monitor its presence in the environment, and remediation efforts are often necessary to mitigate its effects. Overall, while chlordecone was once valued for its agricultural benefits, its environmental and health implications have led to significant scrutiny and regulation.
Formula:C10Cl10O
InChI:InChI=1S/C10Cl10O/c11-2-1(21)3(12)6(15)4(2,13)8(17)5(2,14)7(3,16)9(6,18)10(8,19)20
InChI key:InChIKey=LHHGDZSESBACKH-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:O=C1C2(Cl)C3(Cl)C4(Cl)C(Cl)(Cl)C5(Cl)C3(Cl)C1(Cl)C5(Cl)C24Cl
- Synonyms:
- 1,1a,3,3a,4,5,5,5a,5b,6-Decachloro-octahydro-1,3,4-metheno-2H-cyclobuta(cd)pentalen-2-one
- 1,1a,3,3a,4,5,5,5a,5b,6-Decachlorooctahydro-1,3,4-metheno-2H-cyclobuta[cd]pentalen-2-one
- 1,1a,3,3a,4,5,5a,5b,6-Decachlorooctahydro-1,3,4-metheno-2H-cyclobuta [cd]pentalen-2-one
- 1,3,4-Metheno-2H-cyclobuta[cd]pentalen-2-one, 1,1a,3,3a,4,5,5,5a,5b,6-decachlorooctahydro-
- 1,3,4-Metheno-2H-cyclobuta[cd]pentalen-2-one, 1,1a,3,3a,4,5,5a,5b,6-decachlorooctahydro-
- 1,3,4-Metheno-2H-cyclobuta[cd]pentalen-2-one, decachlorooctahydro-
- 1,3,4-Metheno-2H-cyclobutal [cd]pentalen-2-one, 1,1a,3,3a,4,5,5,5a,5b,6-decachloro-octahydro-
- Chlordecon
- Chlordecone
- Clordecon
- See more synonyms
- Clordecone
- Compound 1189
- Decachloroketone
- Decachlorooctahydro-1,3,4-metheno-2H-cyclobuta[c,d]-pentalen-2-one
- Decachlorooctahydro-1,3,4-metheno-2H-cyclobuta[cd]pentalen-2-one
- Decachloropentacyclo[5.2.1.02,6.03,9.05,8]decan-4-one
- Decachloropentacyclo[5.2.1.0<sup>2,6</sup>.0<sup>3,9</sup>.0<sup>5</sup>,<sup>8</sup>]decan-4-one
- Ent-16391
- Gc 1189
- Nsc 124074
- Nsc 56532
