The article provides an overview of chlorinated hydrocarbons, their chemical properties, manufacture, and use. World manufacturing capacities for the major products are listed, along with the factors influencing consumption trends, and environmental and health effects are also discussed.
An overview of chlorinated hydrocarbon production is provided. The properties of selected products are discussed, as is the chemistry important to their use and manufacture. Typical manufacturing processes are described. Demand and pricing for the major products are listed, along with the factors influencing consumption trends.
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