1,2,3-Trichloropropane has been classified as being a likely human carcinogen, with various studies showcasing how this man-made chemical may be linked to adverse health effects. These may include liver damage, a reduction in body weight, and an increased risk of having tumors in multiple organs. Exposure to this chemical contaminant could occur by drinking contaminated water, inhaling fumes, or having contact with skin. Short term effects can also result, such as eye irritation and impacts on muscle coordination.
Anonymous, "1,2,3 TRICHLOROPROPANE (TCP): HUMAN HEALTH EFFECTS", contributed by Taranjot Bhari, Margaret Tebbe and Nadine Tanio, Disaster STS Network, Platform for Experimental Collaborative Ethnography, last modified 19 October 2024, accessed 30 November 2024. http://465538.bc062.asia/content/123-trichloropropane-tcp-human-health-effects
Critical Commentary
Description of the physiological effects of 1,2,3-Trichloropropane.