Dichloroacetic acid (DCA)
CAS: 79-43-6 | Type: disinfection_byproduct
High Risk (Adults)
Safety Summary
Hazard Profilehazardous
Risk (Adults)High
Risk (Children)High
Regulatory Status
SummaryIARC: Group 2B | California Prop 65 listed
Molecular FormulaC2H2Cl2O2
Molecular Weight128.94
Food Safety Thresholds (Baby Food)
CA_Prop65 — SubstanceNo level set (safe_harbor_level)
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