Pentachlorophenol

Pentachlorophenol (C_{6HCl5O) is a man-made (i.e., it does not otherwise occur in nature) fungicide which is a organochloride. It is toxic to humans.}

It was once used as a pesticide and wood preservative.

In 1984 (or 1987 — references vary), the purchase and use of pentachlorophenol was restricted in the United States, and the general public may no longer buy it. It still has some industrial use as a wood preservative for utility poles, railroad ties, and wharf pilings.

External links and references

• EPA on Pentachlorophenol
• atsdr.cdc.gov/ on Pentachlorophenol
• More on Pentachlorophenol

See also: Pentachlorophenol, Fungicide, Organochloride, Pesticide, Pile, Railroad tie, Toxin, United States, Wood preservative