Perchloroethylene (PCE)

Perchloroethylene (PCE)

PCE; Tetrachloroethylene; Perchloroethene; Ethylene Tetrachloride

CAS 127-18-4

Chemical Formula C2Cl4

Molecular Weight 165.83 g/mol

Perchloroethylene, also known as tetrachloroethylene, is a colorless, volatile liquid widely used as a solvent in dry cleaning, degreasing of metal parts, and in the production of fluorocarbons. It exhibits excellent solvency power for organic materials such as fats, greases, waxes, and oils. Due to its stability and non-flammability, it is preferred in many industrial cleaning and extraction processes.

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Industrial Uses

1. Pharmaceuticals

  • Solvent in Chemical Synthesis: PCE is occasionally used as a solvent in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where high solvency is required.
  • Extraction Agent: It may be used in the extraction of certain compounds during pharmaceutical processing.

2. Performance Chemicals

  • Intermediate in Fluorocarbon Production: PCE is a precursor for producing hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) and hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) refrigerants.
  • Solvent for Organic Reactions: Widely used as a non-flammable solvent in various organic syntheses due to its chemical stability and solvency.

3. Construction

  • Concrete Cleaning Agent: Used as a degreasing or cleaning agent for equipment in construction sites.
  • Paint and Coating Remover: Utilized in the formulation of heavy-duty paint strippers and surface preparation agents.

4. Fabric Solutions

  • Dry Cleaning Solvent: One of the primary and traditional uses of PCE is as a dry-cleaning solvent due to its excellent ability to dissolve greases, oils, and waxes.
  • Textile Degreaser: Used in textile manufacturing to remove oils and waxes from fabrics before dyeing.

Specifications

Assay ≥ 99.9%
Appearance Clear, colorless liquid
Odor Mild, ether-like
Boiling Point ~121 °C (249.8 °F)
Melting Point -22 °C (-7.6 °F)
Density ~1.62 g/cm³ at 20 °C
Solubility Slightly soluble in water; miscible with most organic solvents
Viscosity ~18.5 mmHg at 25 °C
Flash Point Non-flammable

Hazard Symbols

Irritants/Sensitisers/Other Hazards
Environmental Hazard

FAQs

1. What is the current price of Perchloroethylene (PCE) in India ?
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2. Where can I buy Perchloroethylene (PCE) in India ?
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3. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Perchloroethylene (PCE) ?
Our minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Perchloroethylene (PCE) is designed to accommodate both industrial and commercial users. The MOQ typically ranges from 25 kg cans to 300 kg drums depending on packaging requirements.

4. How can I ensure the quality of Perchloroethylene (PCE) supplied by Multichem ?
We maintain strict quality control standards and provide only high-purity, industrial-grade Perchloroethylene. Each batch undergoes comprehensive quality testing and we include a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) with every shipment to guarantee compliance and customer satisfaction.