Definitions for "Vinyl chloride"
A substance used to make plastics. Exposure to vinyl chloride may increase the risk of developing liver, brain, and lung cancers; lymphoma; and leukemia.
A colorless gas used in the manufacture of polyvinyl chloride and other resins, and as a chemical intermediate and as an industrial solvent. Vinyl chloride is a carcinogen.
a colorless gas used in the production of polyvinyl chloride and sulfa drugs; experimental and human carcinogen.
A chemical compound, used in producing some plastics, that is believed to be oncogenic.
A substance used in manufacturing plastics. It is linked to liver cancer.