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Hexachlorobutadiene
Level 4 — Significant concernsIn Winter's Dictionary
Hexachlorobutadiene is a pesticide residue — Industrial solvent; food contaminant
What it does
Industrial solvent; food contaminant
Where you'll see it
Contaminated fish, drinking water
What the research says
EPA believes hexachlorobutadiene can possibly cause cancer. Animal study showed rats exposed to low doses developed kidney tumors.
Regulatory status
- Notes: EU priority hazardous substance; CERCLA #122
Sources
- A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): hexachlorobutadiene can possibly cause cancer