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.
Most exposure to hexachlorobutadiene comes from
breathing in
workplace air. People living near
hazardous waste sites may be exposed to it by breathing air or by drinking contaminated water. Animal studies suggest that hexachlorobutadiene can damage the
kidneys and
liver and may cause kidney tumors. This chemical has been found in at least 47 of 1,416 National Priorities List
sites identified by the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
See a doctor if you have been harmed by this substance. In addition, it
may be important to
contact an attorney who
can help you protect your legal rights. Please keep in mind that there
may be
timelimits within which you must commence suit.
Attorneys associatedwith InjuryBoard.com will evaluate your case
free of charge.
In addition, you will not pay any legal fees unless your attorney
recovers money for you. Please click on the free
contact an
attorney button
to take advantage of this valuable service.
Source: Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
See Also
- Toxic & Hazardous Substances
- Cancer
- Kidney & Urinary Tract Disorders
- Liver Problems
- Hexachlorobutadiene: Frequently Asked Questions