1,2-Dichloroethane puriss. p.a., PurReagent, >=99.5% (GC)

PurReagent


Linear Formula:  C2H4Cl2
Molecular Weight:  98.96 g/mol
CAS Number: 107-06-2

Properties

Vapour pressure 87 mmHg ( 25 °C)
Water Solubility 7.9 g/l (25 °C)
Autoignition temp. 775 °F
Explosion limit 15.6 %
Assay Purity >=99.5%
Refractive index n20/D 1.444 (lit.)
B pt. 83 °C (lit.)
M pt. -35 °C (lit.)
Density 1.256 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H225,H302,H304,H315,H319,H331,H335,H350
Precautionary Statement  P210 - P301 + P310 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P304 + P340 + P311 - P305 + P351 + P338 - P331
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29031500
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
UN Number 1184

Description

Application
PVC production- major raw material for manufacturing vinyl chloride monomer (VCM) which is used to make PVC plastic. Solvent- used for oils waxes resins and rubber. Chemical intermediate- used in producing chemicals such as ethyleneamines and chlorinated compounds. Degreasing and cleaning- formerly used in industrial cleaning processes. Laboratory use- used in organic synthesis and extraction.

Purpose
Main purposes of 12-dichloroethane- Serve as a precursor for PVC manufacturing. Dissolve organic materials in industrial processes. Support synthesis of various chemical products.

General Description
1 2-Dichloroethane is a chlorinated organic compound with the chemical formula C2H4Cl2. It is a colorless oily liquid with a sweet chloroform-like odor and is also called ethylene dichloride (EDC). Volatile and flammable liquid. Important industrial chemical intermediate. Slightly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. Mainly used in chemical manufacturing.