3,4-Dichloroaniline (CED0010220)

3,4-Dichloroaniline belongs to the halobenzenes, a subclass of benzene and substituted derivatives within the organic compounds. This benzenoid compound has the chemical formula C6H5Cl2N and an average molecular weight of 162.01 g/mol. In industrial contexts, it is identified as a degradant or impurity. The compound is present in high-density polyethylene plastics and has been identified in 23 recorded sources. These sources include aquatic systems and sediments such as groundwater, surface water, seawater, and freshwater. It is also found in wastewater, sanitation, and biosolids, specifically in industrial wastewater, mine wastewater, wastewater treatment effluent, and unspecified wastewater. Additionally, it is recorded in drinking water and water supplies, including tap water, bottled water, and desalinated water. Other sources include ballast water and bilge water from marine, shipping, and aquaculture sectors, as well as water heaters and water coolers from appliances, HVAC, and refrigerants. Within electrical and electronic equipment, it is found in hybrid capacitors and electrodes. Recorded exposure routes for 3,4-Dichloroaniline include oral, inhalation, and touch.