Carbon tetrachloride PurCert Secondary Reference Standard For GC (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


Linear Formula:  CCl4
Molecular Weight:  154.82
CAS Number: 56-23-5

Properties

Vapour pressure 121.3 hPa at 20°C
Water Solubility Insoluble
Assay Purity >=99.5 %
Refractive index n20/D 1.460-1.461
B pt. 76-77 °C
M pt. -23°C
Density 1.594 g/cm3
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H301 + H311 + H331,H317,H351,H372,H412,H420
Precautionary Statement  P273 - P280 - P301 + P310 - P302 + P352 + P312 - P304 + P340 + P311 - P502
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29031400
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 6.1B - Non-combustible acute toxic Cat. 1 and 2 / very toxic hazardous materials
UN Number 1846

Description

Application
It has been used as a solvent in fire extinguishers and in the production of refrigerants and chlorinated compounds (now largely restricted).

Purpose
Its main purpose was to act as an effective solvent and chemical intermediate though its use is limited today due to toxicity and environmental concerns.

General Description
Carbon tetrachloride is a colorless non-flammable organic compound with the formula CCl4 consisting of one carbon atom bonded to four chlorine atoms.