Tri Chloroethylene

Tri Chloroethylene

CAS Number:79‑01‑6

Synonyms:1,1,2‑Trichloroethene; Ethylene trichloride; Algylen; Trike; Chlorylene

Chemical Formula: C₂HCl₃

Product Introduction

A clear, colorless, non‑flammable, volatile organochloride with a chloroform‑like odor. TCE excels as an industrial metal‑degreasing solvent and chemical intermediate.

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Physical & Chemical Properties

Property Value
Appearance Clear, colorless liquid
Odor Chloroform‑like, sweet
Density 1.46 g/cm³ @ 20 °C
Melting Point –84 to –86 °C
Boiling Point ~87 °C
Vapor Pressure ~80 mmHg (61 mmHg @ 20 °C)
Vapor Density ~4.5–6 × air
Solubility Slightly soluble in water (~0.11 g/100 mL); miscible with organics
Flash Point ~90 °C

Applications

  • Industrial, precision metal degreasing and cleaning solvent
  • Solvent for adhesives, coatings, and chemical intermediates
  • Historically used as a volatile anesthetic and in dry‑cleaning, though largely phased out due to toxicity and regulations

Safety & Handling

  • IARC Group 1: Carcinogenic to humans
  • Causes skin/eye irritation; may affect central nervous system (dizziness); use PPE and ventilation
  • Reactive with strong bases, metals, oxidizers; moderately unstable to light and heat—store cool, ventilated.
  • UN 1710, Class 6.1 (toxic), PG III; NFPA Health 2, Fire 1, Reactivity 0

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