Trichloroethylene
- CAS Number
- 79-01-6
- HSN Code
- 29032200
- Molecular Formula
- C2HCl3
- Catalogue Number
- AL4639
- Purity
- 99.5%
- Molecular Weight
- 131.79 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Trichloroethylene appears as a clear colorless volatile liquid having a chloroform-like odor. Denser than water and is slightly soluble in water.
Also known as TCE, Trichloroethene.
- Catalogue No.
- AL4639
- CAS Number
- 79-01-6
- Molecular Formula
- C2HCl3
- Molecular Weight
- 131.79 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29032200
- Grade
- EL Grade
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: -84.7 °C; Boiling point: 87.2 °C; Flash point: greater than 200 °F; Density: 1.4642 at 20 °C/4 °C; Solubility: In water, range of 999-1,472 mgL at 25 °C (average of 1,118 mgL) 7 measured values.
- Appearance
- Colorless liquid (unless dyed blue)
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 1 Lt glass bottle, 2.5 Lt glass bottle
- Storage
- Separated from metals, strong bases, food and feedstuffs, combustible substances and ignition sources. See Chemical Dangers. Dry. Keep in the dark. Keep in a well-ventilated room. Cool.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Trichloroethylene
- Catalogue No.
- AL4639
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 79-01-6
- EC Number
- 201-167-4
- Grade
- EL Grade
- EC Index Number
- 602-007-00-0
- Chemical Formula
- C2HCl3
- HSN Code
- 29032200
- Synonyms
- TCE, Trichloroethene
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Solvent for cleaning and degreasing in electronics and other industries
- 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
- Skin Irrit. 2; Eye Irrit. 2; STOT SE 3; Muta. 2; Carc. 1B; Aquatic Chronic 3
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 6575 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Irritant, Health Hazard
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H315: Causes skin irritation; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness; H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects; H350: May cause cancer; H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Known human carcinogen; may cause reproductive toxicity.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Trichloroethylene
- CAS No.
- 79-01-6
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- If this chemical contacts the skin, promptly wash the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, promptly remove the clothing and wash the skin with soap and water. Get medical attention promptly.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- If this chemical has been swallowed, get 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
- Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Vapors are heavier than air and will collect in low areas. Vapors may travel long distances to ignition sources and flashback.
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 and contain spill. Use appropriate protective equipment.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance and complete protective clothing. Ventilation. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use in a fume hood with appropriate PPE including gloves and goggles. Avoid inhalation and skin contact.
- 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 metals, strong bases, food and feedstuffs, combustible substances and ignition sources. See Chemical Dangers. Dry. Keep in the dark. Keep in a well-ventilated room. Cool.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Handle with gloves.
- Eye protection
- Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use NIOSH-approved respirators when exposure limits may be exceeded.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless
- Odour
- Ethereal odor
- Odour threshold
- Not established
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- >1
- Melting point
- -84.7 °C
- Freezing point
- Not applicable
- Boiling point
- 87.2 °C
- Flash point
- greater than 200 °F
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 420 °C (788 °F)
- Decomposition temperature
- Not established
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not applicable
- Vapour pressure
- 69 mm Hg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 4.53 (Air = 1)
- Density
- 1.4642 at 20 °C/4 °C
- Solubility
- In water, range of 999-1,472 mgL at 25 °C (average of 1,118 mgL) 7 measured values
- Log Pow
- 2.61
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not established
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not established
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not established
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions. Reacts with strong oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on contact with hot surfaces or flames. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes of phosgene and hydrogen chloride. Decomposes on contact with strong alkali.
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, and reactive metals.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions - Carbon oxides, hydrogen chloride gas.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 7161 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse (female) oral 2443 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse (male) oral 2402 mg/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H315: Causes skin irritation
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects
- Carcinogenicity
- H350: May cause cancer
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness
- 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)
- 1710
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- 1710
- UN-No. (IATA)
- 1710
- UN-No. (ADN)
- 1710
- UN-No. (RID)
- 1710
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Trichloroethylene
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Trichloroethylene
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Trichloroethylene
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Trichloroethylene
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Trichloroethylene
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 6.1
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- III
- Packing group (IMDG)
- III
- Packing group (IATA)
- III
- Packing group (ADN)
- III
- Packing group (RID)
- III
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
Trichloroethylene is widely used in the electronics industry as a degreasing agent for cleaning electronic components and circuit boards. Its high purity makes it ideal for applications where contamination must be minimized, such as in the manufacturing of semiconductors and precision instruments. Additionally, TCE is utilized in the production of adhesives, paints, and coatings, as well as in laboratory settings for cleaning glassware and equipment. Its effectiveness as a solvent extends to various industrial cleaning processes, making it a versatile chemical in multiple sectors.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL1537A
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 131.79 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Purity | 99.5% min | 99.7% |
| Density | 1.463 g/mL | 1.462 g/mL |
| Boiling Point | 87.2°C | 87.1°C |
| Moisture Content | <0.1% | 0.05% |
| Residue on Ignition | <0.01% | <0.005% |
| Related Substances | <0.5% | 0.3% |
| Solubility in Water | Slightly soluble | 0.01 g/100 mL. |
The above product is expected to comply with EL Grade grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EL Grade | 99.5% | m.p. -84.7 °C; b.p. 87.2 °C | <0.1% | <0.01% | <0.5% | In water, range of 999-1,472 mgL at 25 °C (average of 1,118 mgL) 7 measured values |
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