tris2chloroethylamine
Tris(2-chloroethyl)amine, also known as HN3 or tris-chloroethylamine, is a chemical compound with the formula N(CH2CH2Cl)3. It is a nitrogen mustard, a class of chemical compounds that are alkylating agents. Tris(2-chloroethyl)amine is a highly toxic substance and is considered a chemical weapon. It was developed during World War I but never used in combat.
Tris(2-chloroethyl)amine is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a faint, fishy odor. It is soluble in
The primary hazard associated with tris(2-chloroethyl)amine is its potent vesicant (blistering) and alkylating properties. Exposure can
Tris(2-chloroethyl)amine is synthesized through the reaction of ammonia with ethylene oxide followed by chlorination. Due to
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