| alpha-chlorohydrin | <chemical> 3-chloro-1,2-propanediol. A chlorinated propanediol compound that has shown anti-fertility activity in males and has been used as a chemosterilant in rodents. Pharmacological action: chemosterilants, contraceptive agents, male. Chemical name: 1,2-Propanediol, 3-chloro- (12 Dec 1998) |
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| mustard chlorohydrin | 2-(2-chloroethylthio)ethanol An antineoplastic agent. Synonym: mustard chlorohydrin, semisulfur mustard. (05 Mar 2000) |
| ethylene chlorohydrin | <chemical> 2-chloroethanol. Used as a solvent, in the manufacture of insecticide, and for treating sweet potatoes before planting. May cause nausea, vomiting, pains in head and chest, stupefaction. Irritates mucous membranes and causes kidney and liver degeneration. Chemical name: Ethanol, 2-chloro- (12 Dec 1998) |