Perchloroethylene

Perchloroethylene (PCE) – High-Performance Solvent for Dry Cleaning & Degreasing

Perchloroethylene, also known as Tetrachloroethylene or PCE, is a colorless, non-flammable liquid with a sweet odor. It is widely used as a solvent in dry cleaning and metal degreasing applications. PCE offers excellent solvency power for organic materials and is chemically stable under standard conditions.

Chemical Specifications

Property	Details
CAS Number	127-18-4
Grade	Industrial / Technical Grade
Molecular Formula	C₂Cl₄
HSN Code	29032300
Purity	> 99%
Molecular Weight	165.83 g/mol
Packing	Drum / Tanker
GST Tax Rate	18%

Technical Specifications

Property	Unit	Specification	Results
Appearance	-	Clear, colorless liquid	Clear liquid
Purity	WT%	> 99%	99.2%
Boiling Point	°C	121	121
Density	g/cm³	1.615 - 1.625	1.621
Flash Point	°C	Non-flammable	Non-flammable
Packing Size	L	300 / 330	300

Features of Perchloroethylene

Powerful Solvency: Excellent for dissolving greases, oils, and waxes.
Non-Flammable: Provides safe handling and storage.
Volatile: Evaporates quickly, leaving no residue.
Stable: Chemically stable under standard industrial conditions.
Low Viscosity: Penetrates tightly bound materials effectively.

Applications of Perchloroethylene

Dry Cleaning: Most widely used solvent in the global dry cleaning industry.
Metal Degreasing: Removes heavy grease from automotive and mechanical parts.
Textile Industry: Used in dyeing and finishing processes.
Adhesive Manufacturing: Acts as a carrier solvent.
Chemical Intermediates: Precursor for fluorinated compounds and other chemicals.

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