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Identification

Name:
1,1'-Biphenyl, 4,4'-dibromo-@4,4'-dibromobiphenyl
Name (English):
1,1'-Biphenyl, 4,4'-dibromo-@4,4'-dibromobiphenyl
Synonyms:
  • 4,4´-DIBROMODIFENILO
  • 4,4´-DIBROMO-1,1´-DIFENILO
  • DIBROMOBIFENILO
CAS:
92-86-4
EC/EINECS:
202-198-6
Molecular Formula:
C12-H8-Br2
Uses:
flame retardant

CLASSIFICATION AND LABELLING (Regulation 1272/2008)

No classifications available

Specific health risks

As per IARC ?

Substances classified by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC/WHO) according to their evidence of carcinogenicity in humans. Groups range from 1 (proven human carcinogen) to 4 (probably not carcinogenic to humans). The IARC classification is an international reference in occupational and environmental health.

IARC Group
GRUPO 2B
IARC Volume
(VOL. 41, SUPL. 7; 1987)
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Carcinogens and mutagens (IARC) ?

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IARC Group
Grupo 2B
IARC Volume
(VOL. 41, SUPL. 7; 1987)
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Endocrine disruptors ?

Substances with endocrine disrupting activity

Disruptor level
UE1
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Neurotoxic substances ?

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Neurotoxic effect
AXONOPATÍA
Level
3
Source
17
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Persistent bioaccumulative and toxic ?

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Aquatic toxicity (Water Framework Directive) ?

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Hazardous water substances (Germany) ?

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MMA Classification
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Environmental regulations

LPCIC (EPER)

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EPER Water
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