Trichloro ethylene

Product Description

1. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

• Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
• Odor: Characteristic sweet odor
• Boiling Point: 86.7C (188F)
• Melting Point: -84.8C (-120.6F)
• Density: 1.46 g/cm³ at 20C
• Vapor Pressure: 58 mmHg at 20C
• Solubility in Water: 1.07 g/L at 25C
• Vapor Density: 4.53 (Air = 1)
• Flash Point: Non-flammable
• Autoignition Temperature: 410C (770F)

2. PURITY AND IMPURITIES

• Purity: ‰ 99.5%
• Moisture Content: ‰ 0.015%
• Acidity (as HCl): ‰ 0.001%
• Non-volatile Residue: ‰ 0.002%
• Chloride Content: ‰ 0.005%
• Stabilizers (e.g., ethanol): Typically 0.1% - 0.2%

3. APPLICATIONS

• Degreasing Agent: Widely used as an industrial solvent for metal degreasing.
• Chemical Intermediate: Used in the production of hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) refrigerants and other chemicals.
• Extraction Solvent: Employed in the extraction of certain compounds in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Anaesthetic and Analgesic: Historically used as an anesthetic (no longer used for this purpose due to toxicity concerns).

4. HANDLING AND STORAGE

• Handling: Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid inhalation of vapors. Handle in a fume hood or with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Keep away from heat sources, sparks, and open flames. Store in tightly closed containers.

5. SAFETY INFORMATION

• Hazards:

  • Health Hazards: Harmful if inhaled, ingested, or absorbed through the skin. Causes skin and eye irritation. Prolonged exposure may cause serious health effects, including liver and kidney damage.
  • Environmental Hazards: Toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects. Avoid release to the environment.

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

  • Eyes: Safety goggles or face shield.
  • Skin: Chemical-resistant gloves and protective clothing.
  • Respiratory: NIOSH-approved respirator if ventilation is inadequate.