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Chloroform (trichloromethane)

CAS 67-66-3

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Also known as: chloroform, trichloromethane

What it is + why it's regulated

Chloroform, also known as trichloromethane, is a colorless liquid with a sweet smell that was once widely used as an anesthetic. Today, it is mainly used as a solvent in industrial settings, such as in the production of other chemicals, and can also be found in some pesticides and as a byproduct of water disinfection. The European Union's REACH regulation lists chloroform as a Substance of Very High Concern because it is classified as a carcinogen and toxic for reproduction. This means that, based on scientific evidence, it may cause cancer and harm fertility or unborn children. Because of these risks, its use is restricted under REACH Annex XVII to protect people and the environment. This summary draws on public regulatory data; the linked source is authoritative. Source: European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) Candidate List - https://echa.europa.eu/candidate-list-table

Listed reason: Carcinogen; toxic for reproduction
Regulation: REACH Annex XVII

Authoritative source

Issuing body: EU REACH SVHC Candidate List
Primary register: https://echa.europa.eu/candidate-list-table

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