1,2-Dichloroethane: Sources of emissions
Industry sources
Refineries making leaded petrol, plastics manufacturing facilities, chemical manufacturing facilities, paint and varnish manufacturing facilities. Almost all of these emissions are to the air.
Diffuse sources, and industry sources included in diffuse emissions data
Additional locations that may release 1,2-dichloroethane are manufacturers of metal parts (degreasing), manufacturers of medical supplies, use of paints and varnish containing 1,2-dichloroethane. These emissions are to the air.
Natural sources
1,2-dichloroethane does not occur naturally in the environment.
Transport sources
Motor vehicle emissions, from automobiles using leaded petrol.
Consumer products
Leaded petrol contains 1,2-dichloroethane. 1,2-dichloroethane may be found in some cleaning agents (rug and upholstery), in resin and rubber adhesives, and in some paint, varnish and finish removers.
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