Review of toxicology studies on cyanurate and its chlorinated derivatives

Journal Article · Sat Nov 01 00:00:00 EST 1986 · Environ. Health Perspect.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1289/ehp.8669287· OSTI ID:5555032

Hammond, B G; Barbee, S J; Inoue, T; Ishida, N; Levinskas, G J; Stevens, M W; Wheeler, A G; Cascieri, T

Chlorinated cyanurates are added to swimming pools as disinfectants. In the presence of water, these materials hydrolyze to yield cyanurate and hypochlorous acid. To evaluate the safety of exposure to these materials, a comprehensive testing program was undertaken. This review summarizes the results of acute subchronic tests on chlorinated isocyanurates. Findings from acute, subchronic, reproduction, metabolism, mutagenicity, and chronic/carcinogenicity tests on cyanurate are also summarized. Results from these tests indicate that chlorinated isocyanurates are safe for use in swimming pools.

• Research Organization: Monsanto Co., St. Louis, MO
• OSTI ID: 5555032
• Journal Information: Environ. Health Perspect.; (United States), Vol. 69
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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