Help with Polychlorinated Biphenyl Properties

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The discussion centers on the properties of Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs), specifically AROCLOR 1254. Key properties identified include a relative density of 1.5 (water = 1), no solubility in water, and a vapor pressure of 0.01 Pa at 25°C. The melting points and flammability limits of PCBs remain unknown, complicating research efforts. Due to legal restrictions on the sale and use of PCBs in the US, comprehensive property data is scarce.

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um, this question may really sound not smart

but can someone find the property of Polycholrinated Biphenyl for me?

i tried chemfinder but i don't get the results of that specific compound
so if you can find a link, that will be much appreciated
 
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What property are you trying to find?

I did find one interesting comment -
Their melting points and flammability limits are unknown.
from http://www.nsc.org/library/chemical/polychlo.htm

Since PCBs are no longer legally sold or used in the US, it may be difficult to find the properties.

The is some description of types, but essentially no information on properties at - http://www.epa.gov/toxteam/pcbid/

For AROCLOR 1254
Relative density (water = 1): 1.5
Solubility in water: none
Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 0.01
 
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