C6H2Cl13

C6H2Cl13, commonly known as hexachlorobenzene (HCB) when referring to its simpler chlorinated derivative (C6Cl6), is a highly chlorinated aromatic hydrocarbon. However, the specific compound C6H2Cl13 does not exist as a stable or well-documented chemical entity in standard chemical nomenclature. Chlorinated aromatic compounds typically follow predictable substitution patterns, and a fully chlorinated benzene ring (C6Cl6) is the most saturated form, containing six chlorine atoms replacing all hydrogen atoms on the benzene ring.

The closest known chlorinated benzene derivative is hexachlorobenzene (C6Cl6), a persistent organic pollutant with significant environmental and health implications. It was historically used as a fungicide and pesticide but has since been banned in many countries due to its toxicity and bioaccumulation in the environment. Hexachlorobenzene is classified as a probable human carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).

Chlorinated aromatic compounds like these are often produced as byproducts of industrial processes, such as the manufacture of pesticides, solvents, or other chlorinated chemicals. They are known for their stability, resistance to degradation, and potential to accumulate in fatty tissues of living organisms, leading to long-term ecological and health risks.

Research into highly chlorinated aromatic compounds focuses on their environmental behavior, toxicity, and potential remediation strategies. Due to their persistence, these substances can remain in the environment for decades, posing ongoing challenges for pollution control and public health.