Vinyl Chloride
C₂H₃Cl·62.498 g/mol·Organic·CID 6338
Polymer Precursor⚠ Carcinogen
Chloroethene — the monomer for polyvinyl chloride (PVC), the world's third most produced plastic. A known human carcinogen — strict occupational exposure limits are enforced. Produced by hydrochlorination of acetylene or oxychlorination of ethylene.
Also known as: Chloroethene, Chloroethylene, 75-01-4, Ethene, chloro-, Monochloroethylene (+14 more)
Molecular Structure
GHS Hazard Classification
Danger
Hazards
H220Extremely flammable gasH350May cause cancerH280Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heatedH341Suspected of causing genetic defectsH412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effectsH336May cause drowsiness or dizzinessH361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn childH370Causes damage to organsH372Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposureH315Causes skin irritation
Source: PubChem GHS Classification. Always consult the SDS for handling.