trichloroethylene

• Schwere, farblose, hochgiftige Flüssigkeit, die als Lösungsmittel zur Reinigung elektronischer Bauteile, in der Chemischreinigung und als Begasungsmittel verwendet wird; die Exposition wird mit Krebs sowie Leber- und Lungenschäden in Verbindung gebracht.

A heavy, colorless, highly toxic liquid used as a solvent for cleaning electronic components, in dry cleaning, and as a fumigant; exposure is associated with cancer and damage to the liver and lungs.

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1. Industrial solventC2formaltechnical

   A heavy, colorless, highly toxic liquid used primarily as a solvent for cleaning electronic components, in dry cleaning, and as a fumigant.

   Industrielles Lösungsmittel

   • Trichloroethylene is commonly used in industrial degreasing processes.
   • Workers must wear protective gear when handling trichloroethylene due to its toxicity.
   • The factory was fined for improper disposal of trichloroethylene waste.

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2. Carcinogenic substanceC2formalmedical

   A chemical compound known to cause cancer, as well as liver and lung damage, upon prolonged exposure.

   Krebserzeugende Substanz

   • Studies have linked trichloroethylene exposure to an increased risk of kidney cancer.
   • The use of trichloroethylene has been restricted in many countries due to its health hazards.
   • Long-term inhalation of trichloroethylene can lead to severe liver damage.

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