Status assessment of toxic chemicals: trichloroethylene. Final report 1 Nov-31 Dec 77

Technical Report · Sat Dec 01 04:00:00 EST 1979

OSTI ID:6948192

Ochsner, J C; Blackwood, T R; Micheletti, W C

The production processes, uses, and properties of trichloroethylene are revealed in this report. The sources and amounts of trichloroethylene pollution are identified as well as the health effects and environmental significance. Current control technologies are identified, along with assessments on their cost and effectiveness. Recent regulatory actions are explained and areas where further study is called for are identified.

• Research Organization: Monsanto Research Corp., Dayton, OH (USA)
• OSTI ID: 6948192
• Report Number(s): PB-80-146426
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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