CAS 3563-45-9

Chlorine-DDT

Description:

Chlorine-DDT, also known as dichlorodiphenyltrichloroethane, is a synthetic organic compound that belongs to the class of chlorinated hydrocarbons. It is characterized by its high lipophilicity, which allows it to accumulate in fatty tissues of living organisms. DDT is primarily recognized for its insecticidal properties, making it effective against a variety of pests, particularly in agricultural settings. Its mechanism of action involves disrupting the nervous system of insects, leading to paralysis and death. However, DDT is also notorious for its environmental persistence and bioaccumulation, raising significant ecological and health concerns. It has been linked to adverse effects on wildlife, particularly birds, where it can cause eggshell thinning and population declines. Due to these environmental impacts, the use of DDT has been banned or severely restricted in many countries since the 1970s. Despite its controversial status, DDT remains a subject of study for its historical significance in pest control and its long-term effects on ecosystems.

Formula: C₁₄H₈Cl₆

InChI: InChI=1S/C14H8Cl6/c15-11-5-1-9(2-6-11)13(17,14(18,19)20)10-3-7-12(16)8-4-10/h1-8H

InChI key: InChIKey=JOQCINXYMZALAZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(C(Cl)(Cl)Cl)(Cl)(C1=CC=C(Cl)C=C1)C2=CC=C(Cl)C=C2

Synonyms:

• 1,1,1,2-Tetrachloro-2,2-bis(4-chlorophenyl)ethane
• 1,1,1,2-Tetrachloro-2,2-bis(p-chlorophenyl)ethane
• 1,1,1-Trichloro-2-chloro-2,2-bis(p-chlorophenyl)ethane
• 1,1-Bis(p-chlorophenyl)-1,2,2,2-tetrachloroethane
• 1,1′-(1,2,2,2-Tetrachloroethylidene)bis[4-chlorobenzene]
• Benzene, 1,1'-(1,2,2,2-Tetrachloroethylidene)Bis[4-Chloro-
• Benzene, 1,1′-(tetrachloroethylidene)bis[4-chloro-
• Chlorine-DDT
• Cl-DDT
• Ethane, 1,1,1,2-tetrachloro-2,2-bis(p-chlorophenyl)-
• NSC 407574
• Tetrachloro DDT