| Formula / Notation | C2Cl4 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 127-18-4 |
| Molecular Weight | 165.8 |
| Melting Point | -2 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 250 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.63 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | less than 0.1 mg/mL at 63 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Perchloroethylene appears as a clear colorless volatile liquid having an ether-like odor. Noncombustible. Insoluble in water. Vapors heavier than air. Density approximately 13.5 lb / gal. Used as d... |
| Also Known As | 1,1,2,2-tetrachloroethene; Tetrachloroethene; 127-18-4; Perchloroethylene; Tetrachlorethylene; Perc; Perchlorethylene; Ethene, tetrachloro-; Ethylene tetrachloride; 1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethylene |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Tetrachloroethylene?
Tetrachloroethylene (Perchloroethylene) can cause cancer according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: 1,1,2,2-tetrachloroethene
Other Names / Synonyms: 1,1,2,2-tetrachloroethene; Tetrachloroethene; 127-18-4; Perchloroethylene; Tetrachlorethylene; Perc; Perchlorethylene; Ethene, tetrachloro-; Ethylene tetrachloride; 1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethylene
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -2 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 250 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.63 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 165.8 |
| Solubility | less than 0.1 mg/mL at 63 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Perchloroethylene appears as a clear colorless volatile liquid having an ether-like odor. Noncombustible. Insoluble in water. Vapors heavier than air. Density approximately 13.5 lb / gal. Used as d... |
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
Tetrachloroethylene (Perchloroethylene) 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 Tetrachloroethylene is: C2Cl4