1,3-Dichloropropan-2-ol (1,3-DCP) is an

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with the formula HOCH₂CHClCH₂Cl. It is a colorless liquid. It is an intermediate in the production of epichlorohydrin. 1,3-DCP is a believed to be a

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and mutagen. The

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classifies it as a Group 2B carcinogen ("possibly carcinogenic to humans"). Along with 3-monochloropropane-1,2-diol (3-MCPD), 1,3-DCP is found in some Asian style sauces such as soy sauce and oyster sauce.

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