Tetrachloroethylene (Perchloroethylene, PCE), also known as perchloroethylene, is a colorless, transparent and free-flowing liquid with a characteristic ethereal odor. It is chemically stable, non-flammable and non-explosive, has excellent dissolving capacity for oils, fats and resins, and is a commonly used high-efficiency chlorinated hydrocarbon solvent.
Physical & Chemical Properties
Molecular FormulaC2Cl4
Density:1.62g/cm³g/cm³
Boiling Point:121℃
Solubility:
Practically insoluble in water; miscible with most organic solvents such as ethanol, diethyl ether, chloroform, benzene, etc.
Molecular Weight:165.8g/mol
Flash Point:
Melting Point:-22℃
Uses
1. Dry cleaning industry: Main clothing dry cleaning agent, used for dry cleaning and stain removal of various fabrics.
2. Metal processing: Metal degreasing, cleaning of precision parts, ultrasonic cleaning agent.
3. Chemical industry: Intermediate for organic synthesis, raw material for refrigerants (HCFC-123/124/125), fat and oil extractant, desulfurizer, heat transfer medium.
4. Others: Solvent for rubber and resin, cleaning agent for electronic components, etc.
Safety, Security & Risk
Physical Hazards
Vapors are heavier than air and may accumulate in low-lying areas, causing oxygen deficiency.
Chemical Hazards
Contact with hot surfaces or flames may cause decomposition, generating toxic and corrosive fumes of hydrogen chloride, phosgene and chlorine.Slowly decomposes upon contact with moisture to form trichloroacetic acid and hydrochloric acid.Reacts violently with metal powders, posing a fire and explosion hazard.