Appearance clear liquid | Formula C4H8Cl2O | |
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Bis(chloroethyl) ether is a chemical compound (an ether), which contains two 2-chloroethyl groups. It is a clear liquid with the odor of a chlorinated solvent.
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Reactions
Bis(chloroethyl) ether reacts with catechol to form dibenzo-18-crown-6:
Bis(chloroethyl) ether can be used in the synthesis of the cough suppressant fedrilate. It is combined with benzyl cyanide and two molar equivalents of sodamide in a ring-forming reaction.
Toxicity
Bis(chloroethyl) ether is extremely toxic, with a mechanism of action similar to mustard gas (being its oxygen isomer). It is a carcinogen.
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