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Product Overview
Perchloroethylene (PCE, PERC) is a colorless, nonflammable liquid renowned for its strong, sweet smell and extensive use as a dry-cleaning solvent and metal degreasing agent. PCE is a volatile organic compound (VOC) with a high evaporation rate and distinct chemical stability.
Key Properties
- CAS Number: 127-18-4
- UN Number: 1897
- Specific Gravity: 1.622
- Concentration: 99.9%
- Grade: Industrial
Common Applications
- Widely used in dry-cleaning for its excellent solvency and stable, nonflammable nature
- Utilized in metal degreasing processes due to its high evaporation rate and low surface tension
- Used as a chemical intermediate in the production of fluorocarbons
Safety Precautions
Always use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves and eye/face protection. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and open flames. Avoid direct skin or eye contact and inhalation of vapors.
Benefits
Offers superior cleaning performance, high chemical stability, and safe handling due to its nonflammable nature.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 165.83 g/mol |
| Formula | C2Cl4 |
| Assay | 100% |
| Grade | Technical |
| Form | Liquid |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water, soluble in organic solvents |
| Appearance | Colorless liquid with a mild, sweet odor |
| Melting Point | -22 °C |
| Boiling Point | 121 °C |
| Specific Gravity | 1.623 |
| Industry | Industrial, Wastewater, Petroleum, Other |
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