1,2-dichloroethane, 107-06-2

1,2-dichloroethane
1,2-ethylidene dichloride

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Solvent used in food processing The chemical compound 1,2-dichloroethane, commonly known by its old name of ethylene dichloride (EDC), is a chlorinated hydrocarbon, mainly used to produce vinyl chloride monomer (VCM, chloroethene), the major precursor for PVC production. It is a colourless liquid with a chloroform-like odour. 1,2-Dichloroethane is also used generally as an intermediate for other organic chemical compounds, and as a solvent.

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CAS Number:	107-06-2	3D/inchi
ECHA EINECS - REACH Pre-Reg:	203-458-1
FDA UNII:	55163IJI47
Nikkaji Web:	J4.049E
Beilstein Number:	605264
MDL:	MFCD00000963
XlogP3:	1.50 (est)
Molecular Weight:	98.95788000
Formula:	C2 H4 Cl2
BioActivity Summary:	listing
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FDA Mainterm (SATF):	107-06-2 ; ETHYLENE DICHLORIDE
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FDA PART 172 -- FOOD ADDITIVES PERMITTED FOR DIRECT ADDITION TO FOOD FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION Subpart D--Special Dietary and Nutritional Additives Sec. 172.385 Whole fish protein concentrate. FDA PART 172 -- FOOD ADDITIVES PERMITTED FOR DIRECT ADDITION TO FOOD FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION Subpart F--Flavoring Agents and Related Substances Sec. 172.560 Modified hop extract. FDA PART 172 -- FOOD ADDITIVES PERMITTED FOR DIRECT ADDITION TO FOOD FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION H--Other Specific Usage Additives Sec. 172.710 Adjuvants for pesticide use dilutions. FDA PART 173 -- SECONDARY DIRECT FOOD ADDITIVES PERMITTED IN FOOD FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION Subpart C--Solvents, Lubricants, Release Agents and Related Substances Sec. 173.230 Ethylene dichloride. FDA PART 173 -- SECONDARY DIRECT FOOD ADDITIVES PERMITTED IN FOOD FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION Subpart D--Specific Usage Additives Sec. 173.315 Chemicals used in washing or to assist in the peeling of fruits and vegetables. FDA PART 175 -- INDIRECT FOOD ADDITIVES: ADHESIVES AND COMPONENTS OF COATINGS Subpart B--Substances for Use Only as Components of Adhesives Sec. 175.105 Adhesives. FDA PART 176 -- INDIRECT FOOD ADDITIVES: PAPER AND PAPERBOARD COMPONENTS Subpart B--Substances for Use Only as Components of Paper and Paperboard Sec. 176.170 Components of paper and paperboard in contact with aqueous and fatty foods. FDA PART 177 -- INDIRECT FOOD ADDITIVES: POLYMERS Subpart B--Substances for Use as Basic Components of Single and Repeated Use Food Contact Surfaces Sec. 177.1580 Polycarbonate resins. FDA PART 177 -- INDIRECT FOOD ADDITIVES: POLYMERS Subpart B--Substances for Use as Basic Components of Single and Repeated Use Food Contact Surfaces Sec. 177.1585 Polyestercarbonate resins. FDA PART 177 -- INDIRECT FOOD ADDITIVES: POLYMERS Subpart C--Substances for Use Only as Components of Articles Intended for Repeated Use Sec. 177.2550 Reverse osmosis membranes. FDA PART 573 -- FOOD ADDITIVES PERMITTED IN FEED AND DRINKING WATER OF ANIMALS Subpart B--Food Additive Listing Sec. 573.440 Ethylene dichloride. FDA PART 73 -- LISTING OF COLOR ADDITIVES EXEMPT FROM CERTIFICATION Subpart A--Foods Sec. 73.30 Annatto extract. FDA PART 73 -- LISTING OF COLOR ADDITIVES EXEMPT FROM CERTIFICATION Subpart A--Foods Sec. 73.345 Paprika oleoresin. FDA PART 73 -- LISTING OF COLOR ADDITIVES EXEMPT FROM CERTIFICATION Subpart A--Foods Sec. 73.615 Turmeric oleoresin.