Tetrachlorethylene, systematically called tetrachloroethene, or perchlorethylene, is a volatile, high-density chlorocarbon used in dry cleaning. Since it is insoluble in water, it settles to the bottom. Perchlorethylene is produced from dichloroethane. Since trichloroethylene is another by-product released during this reaction, these two chemicals are then separated from each other by distillation technique. It is also used in automotive and other metal-related industries to remove oils on metal. It is included as an ingredient in consumer products such as grout and stain remover.
Cas No. 127-18-4
EINECS No 204-825-9
Chemical Formula C2CI4
Appearance Transparent Liquid
Purity, 99.9%
Density (Kg/Liter) 1.625
Flash Point, °C No
Boiling Point, °C 121.4 °C
Acidic value, % -
Molecular Weight 165.85
Synonyms PCE, Tetrachloroethylene, Tetrachloroethylene
Perchlor, Perclone
Product Types Perchlorethylene (Oxychem-Perchlorethylene)
Perchlorethylene(Solvay)
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