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MeSH Heading: Chlordan
Tree Number(s): D02.455.526.439.180
Unique ID: D002706
RDF Unique Identifier: http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/D002706
Scope Note: A highly poisonous organochlorine insecticide. The EPA has cancelled registrations of pesticides containing this compound with the exception of its use through subsurface ground insertion for termite control and the dipping of roots or tops of non-food plants. (From Merck Index, 11th ed)
Entry Term(s): Chlordane; gamma-Chlordane
Pharm Action: Insecticides
Registry Number: 12789-03-6
CAS Type 1 Name: Chlordane
Date Established: 1966/01/01
Date of Entry: 1999/01/01
Revision Date: 2004/07/07

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Chlordan MeSH Descriptor Data 2023