| Formula / Notation | CCl4 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 56-23-5 |
| Molecular Weight | 153.8 |
| Melting Point | -9 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 170.1 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.59 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 70 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Carbon tetrachloride appears as a clear colorless liquid with a characteristic odor. Denser than water (13.2 lb / gal) and insoluble in water. Noncombustible. May cause illness by inhalation, skin ... |
| Also Known As | tetrachloromethane; Tetrachloromethane; 56-23-5; Perchloromethane; Tetrasol; Benzinoform; Necatorine; Tetrafinol; Vermoestricid; Carbona |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Carbon tetrachloride?
Carbon Tetrachloride can cause cancer according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: tetrachloromethane
Other Names / Synonyms: tetrachloromethane; Tetrachloromethane; 56-23-5; Perchloromethane; Tetrasol; Benzinoform; Necatorine; Tetrafinol; Vermoestricid; Carbona
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -9 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 170.1 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.59 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 153.8 |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 70 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Carbon tetrachloride appears as a clear colorless liquid with a characteristic odor. Denser than water (13.2 lb / gal) and insoluble in water. Noncombustible. May cause illness by inhalation, skin ... |
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
Carbon Tetrachloride 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 Carbon tetrachloride is: CCl4