HEPTACHLOR EPOXIDE
\hˈɛptɐklˌɔːɹ ɪpˈɒksa͡ɪd], \hˈɛptɐklˌɔːɹ ɪpˈɒksaɪd], \h_ˈɛ_p_t_ɐ_k_l_ˌɔː_ɹ ɪ_p_ˈɒ_k_s_aɪ_d]\
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An oxidation product of HEPTACHLOR formed by many plants and animals, including humans, after exposure to HEPTACHLOR. It has been shown to remain in soil treated with HEPTACHLOR for over fifteen years and is toxic to animals and humans. (From ATSDR Public Heath Statement, April 1989)
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