| Formula / Notation | C2H4Cl2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 107-06-2 |
| Molecular Weight | 98.96 |
| Melting Point | -31.5 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 182.3 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.253 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | 5 to 10 mg/mL at 66 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Ethylene dichloride appears as a clear colorless liquid with a chloroform-like odor. Flash point 56 °F. Denser than water and insoluble in water. Vapors are heavier than air. Density 10.4 lb / gal. |
| Also Known As | Ethylene dichloride; 107-06-2; Ethylene chloride; Glycol dichloride; Dutch liquid; Ethane, 1,2-dichloro-; Ethane dichloride; sym-Dichloroethane; Aethylenchlorid; Brocide |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is 1,2-Dichloroethane?
Ethylene dichloride (1,2-Dichloroethane) can cause cancer according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 1,2-dichloroethane
Other Names / Synonyms: Ethylene dichloride; 107-06-2; Ethylene chloride; Glycol dichloride; Dutch liquid; Ethane, 1,2-dichloro-; Ethane dichloride; sym-Dichloroethane; Aethylenchlorid; Brocide
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -31.5 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 182.3 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.253 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 98.96 |
| Solubility | 5 to 10 mg/mL at 66 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Ethylene dichloride appears as a clear colorless liquid with a chloroform-like odor. Flash point 56 °F. Denser than water and insoluble in water. Vapors are heavier than air. Density 10.4 lb / gal. |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Ethylene dichloride (1,2-Dichloroethane) can cause cancer according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for 1,2-Dichloroethane is: C2H4Cl2