Polychlorinated dibenzofurans

Polychlorinated dibenzofurans (PCDFs) are a group of halogenated organic compounds which are toxic environmental pollutants. They are known teratogens, mutagens, and suspected human carcinogens. PCDFs tend to co-occur with polychlorinated dibenzodioxins (PCDDs). PCDFs can be formed by pyrolysis or incineration at temperatures below 1200 °C of chlorine containing products, such as PVC, PCBs, and other organochlorides, or of non-chlorine containing products in the presence of chlorine donors.

Further resources

 * Synopsis on dioxins and PCBs
 * Chemical Profile: DIBENZOFURANS (CHLORINATED)
 * NPI Polychlorinated dioxins and furans fact sheet