Propiolactone
| Definition: |
Disinfectant used in vapor form to sterilize vaccines, grafts, etc. The vapor is very irritating and the liquid form is carcinogenic. |
| CAS Type 1 Name: |
CAS Number: |
57-57-8 |
| Previously Indexed: |
Lactones (1969-1974),Propionates (1972-1974) |
Propiolactone Definitions and Terms
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