Perchloroethylene (PCE) – Industrial Solvent and Cleaning Chemical

🧪 CAS Number: 127-18-4

🌟 Product Description

Perchloroethylene (PCE) is a colorless, volatile chlorinated hydrocarbon with a sharp characteristic odor. It is insoluble in water but miscible with most organic solvents. Due to its strong solvency and degreasing properties, it is widely used in dry cleaning, metal degreasing, and other industrial applications.

🏭 Applications

🧥 Solvent in dry cleaning

⚙️ Degreasing of metal parts

🧪 Intermediate in chemical synthesis

🏭 Solvent in automotive and electronics industries

🧴 Solvent in adhesives, paints, and coatings

📊 Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance: Colorless liquid

Odor: Sharp characteristic odor

Molecular Formula: C2Cl4

Molecular Weight: 165.83 g/mol

Boiling Point: ~121 °C

Density (20 °C): ~1.62 g/cm³

Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents

⚠️ Storage & Safety

Perchloroethylene is volatile and toxic; it should only be used in well-ventilated environments. Prolonged inhalation may affect the central nervous system. Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas in sealed metal drums. Keep away from fire and oxidizing agents.

🔑 Keywords

perchloroethylene, PCE, CAS 127-18-4, dry cleaning solvent, industrial solvent, metal degreasing

📛 Other Names

Tetrachloroethylene, Perclene