3-Chloroaniline (CED0011141)

3-Chloroaniline is an organic compound with the chemical formula C6H6ClN and an average molecular weight of 127.57 g/mol. 3-Chloroaniline belongs to the aniline and substituted anilines, a subclass of benzene and substituted derivatives within the organic compounds. This substance is found in or released from 27 recorded sources across various sectors. These sources include electrical and electronic equipment, such as antennas, auxiliary devices, electrodes, fixed capacitors and their manufacture, as well as conductors or conductive bodies characterised by the conductive materials. It is detected in drinking water and water supply systems, including tap water, bottled water, and desalinated water. Additionally, it is present in aquatic systems and sediments, including freshwater, seawater, surface water, and groundwater. Wastewater, sanitation, and biosolids sectors also report its presence in unspecified wastewater, mine wastewater, industrial wastewater, and wastewater treatment effluent. Other recorded sources include water heaters and water coolers within the appliances, HVAC, and refrigerants sector, as well as bilge water and ballast water from marine, shipping, and aquaculture operations, among five more sectors. Recorded exposure routes for 3-Chloroaniline include inhalation, oral, and touch.