1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane
- CAS Number
- 79-34-5
- HSN Code
- 29031910
- Molecular Formula
- C2H2Cl4
- Catalogue Number
- AL4474
- Purity
- 98.5%
- Molecular Weight
- 167.85 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Tetrachloroethane appears as a colorless dense liquid with a sweet chloroform-like odor. Irritated skin, eyes and mucous membranes.
Also known as Tetrachloroethane, Perchloroethane.
- Catalogue No.
- AL4474
- CAS Number
- 79-34-5
- Molecular Formula
- C2H2Cl4
- Molecular Weight
- 167.85 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29031910
- Grade
- AR (Analytical Reagent)
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: -42.3 °C; Boiling point: 146.0 °C; Density: 1.5953 g/cu cm at 20 °C; Solubility: In water, 2,830 mg/L at 25 °C.
- Appearance
- Colorless liquid
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 ml glass bottle, 1 Lt glass bottle, 2.5 Lt glass bottle
- Storage
- Separated from strong bases, alkali metals and food and feedstuffs. Well closed. Cool. Keep in the dark. Ventilation along the floor. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- 1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane
- Catalogue No.
- AL4474
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 79-34-5
- EC Number
- 201-197-8
- Grade
- AR
- EC Index Number
- 602-007-00-0
- Chemical Formula
- C2H2Cl4
- HSN Code
- 29031910
- Synonyms
- Tetrachloroethane, Perchloroethane
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Analytical applications, solvent
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Acute Tox. 1; Acute Tox. 2; Aquatic Chronic 2
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 6591 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Acute Toxic, Environmental Hazard
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H310: Fatal in contact with skin; H330: Fatal if inhaled; H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Suspected carcinogen, highly toxic
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- 1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane
- CAS No.
- 79-34-5
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. Seek medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Headache, dizziness, nausea, respiratory distress, skin irritation.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Highly flammable. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area. Ventilate. Contain spill and absorb with inert material.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Consult an expert! Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Ventilation. Collect leaking liquid in covered containers.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use in a fume hood. Wear appropriate PPE including gloves and goggles.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Separated from strong bases, alkali metals and food and feedstuffs. Well closed. Cool. Keep in the dark. Ventilation along the floor. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection when handling this substance.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless
- Odour
- Sweetish suffocating chloroform-like odor
- Odour threshold
- Not specified
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not specified
- Melting point
- -42.3 °C
- Freezing point
- Not specified
- Boiling point
- 146.0 °C
- Flash point
- 12 °C
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not specified
- Decomposition temperature
- Not specified
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not applicable
- Vapour pressure
- 5.74 mm Hg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 5.79 (Air = 1)
- Density
- 1.5953 g/cu cm at 20 °C
- Solubility
- In water, 2,830 mg/L at 25 °C
- Log Pow
- 2.39
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not specified
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not specified
- Explosive properties
- Not specified
- Oxidising properties
- Not specified
- Explosive limits
- Not specified
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions, but may react with strong oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable in abscence of air, moisture and light, even at high temperatures.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on heating and under the influence of air, UV light and moisture. This produces toxic and corrosive gases including hydrogen chloride and phosgene. Reacts violently with alkali metals, strong bases and powdered metals.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizers, strong bases.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- Poisonous gases, including phosgene, chlorine, and hydrogen chloride are produced in fire.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 250-800 mg/kg; LD50 Rabbit dermal 3990-8140 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse subcutaneous 1108 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- UN 1702
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 1702
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 1702
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 1702
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 1702
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- 1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- 1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- 1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- 1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- 1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 6.1
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- II
- Packing group (IMDG)
- II
- Packing group (IATA)
- II
- Packing group (ADN)
- II
- Packing group (RID)
- II
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
This compound is widely used in analytical chemistry, particularly in the preparation of samples for gas chromatography and other analytical techniques. It serves as a solvent in various chemical reactions and is also utilized in the synthesis of other chlorinated compounds. Due to its high purity, 1,1,2,2-tetrachloroethane is essential in laboratories that require precise measurements and results, particularly in the fields of environmental testing and chemical analysis.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL1498A
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 167.85 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Purity | 98.5% | 98.7% |
| Density | 1.586 g/mL | 1.585 g/mL |
| Boiling Point | 83.5 °C | 83.3 °C |
| Moisture Content | <0.1% | 0.05% |
| Related Substances | <0.5% | 0.3% |
The above product is expected to comply with AR grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AR | 98.5% | m.p. -42.3 °C; b.p. 146.0 °C | <0.1% | <0.01% | <0.5% | In water, 2,830 mg/L at 25 °C |
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