Compound Q&A
What regulatory guidelines apply to 2-(4-Chlorophenoxy)ethanol (CAS: 1892-43-9)?
Answer
2-(4-Chlorophenoxy)ethanol (CAS: 1892-43-9) is regulated under the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS) for its potential hazards. It falls under REACH regulations in the EU, requiring manufacturers and importers to register substances above a certain tonnage. In the U.S., FDA and EPA regulations also apply, particularly for its use in agricultural products and consumer goods.
About
CAS No
1892-43-9
English Name
2-(4-Chlorophenoxy)ethanol
Molecular Formula
C8H9ClO2
Molecular Weight
172.61 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CC(=CC=C1OCCO)Cl
InChIKey
GEGSSUSEWOHAFE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-23 12:19
