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Perchloroethylene ACS Grade
ACS Grade
Identity & Composition
- Product Name
- Perchloroethylene ACS Grade
- Alliance Code
- perchloroethylene-acs-grade
- Grade
- ACS Grade
- Concentration
- —
- CAS Number
- 127-18-4PubChem
- Formula
- C2Cl4PubChem
- Molecular Weight
- 165.8PubChem
- Product Type
- pure_substance
Specifications
| Test | Specification | Typical | Method | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assay (C2Cl4) | ≥99.0% C2Cl4 | 99.97 % | Gas chromatography; Type I, methyl silicone column | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Residue after evaporation | ≤0.0005 % | 0.0001 % | — | Supplier specification |
| Ultraviolet absorbance at 300 nm | 1.0 AU | 0.72 | Ultraviolet Spectrophotometry | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Ultraviolet absorbance at 305 nm | 0.2 AU | 0.14 | Ultraviolet Spectrophotometry | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Ultraviolet absorbance at 350 nm | 0.05 AU | 0.008 | Ultraviolet Spectrophotometry | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Ultraviolet absorbance at 400 nm | 0.03 AU | 0.002 | Ultraviolet Spectrophotometry | ACS Reagent Chemicals |
| Water (H2O) | ≤0.05 % | 0.006 % | — | Supplier specification |
| Identification (FTIR) | Conforms to reference spectrum of tetrachloroethylene | Passes test | FTIR-ATR, comparison to reference spectrum | Interpreted |
| Titrable acid | 0.0005 meq/g max. | 0.00002 meq/g | Potentiometric titration with 0.01 N NaOH | Interpreted |
| Free halogens (as Cl) | Passes test | Passes test | Potassium iodide - starch test | Interpreted |
| residue | 0.0005 % max | 0.0001 % | — | Supplier specification |
Specification values are guaranteed limits. Typical values are representative of production lots and are not guaranteed. Lot-specific certificates of analysis ship with every order.
Physical & Chemical Properties
One or more physical-property values are temporarily suppressed pending verification against vendor COA data. For complete properties refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) or contact sales@alliancechemical.com.
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Form | Liquid | Published reference |
| Color | APHA: ≤10 | Supplier specification |
| Odor | Ether-like odor | Published reference |
| Density | 1.619 - 1.626 g/mL | Interpreted |
| Boiling Point | 120 - 122 °C | Interpreted |
| Melting Point | -2 °F (NTP, 1992) | Published reference |
| Flash Point | No flash point in conventional closed tester. | Published reference |
| Vapor Pressure | 14 mmHg at 68 °F ; 15.8 mmHg at 72 °F (NTP, 1992) | Published reference |
| Solubility (water) | less than 0.1 mg/mL at 63 °F (NTP, 1992) | Published reference |
| Refractive Index (nD 20) | 1.5045 - 1.5065 | Interpreted |
Materials of Construction
| Material | Rating | Conditions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| stainless steel | Compatible | neat perchloroethylene as shipped in bulk; source states no concentration or temperature limit | oxychem.com |
Compatibility is drawn from published manufacturer and supplier documentation for this product; each rating is sourced. Confirm against your specific duty cycle before equipment selection.
Regulatory & Transport
DOT / 49 CFR
- UN Number
- UN189749 CFR 172.101
- Hazard Class
- 6.1Adjudicated
- Packing Group
- IIIAdjudicated
- Proper Shipping Name
- TetrachloroethyleneAdjudicated
GHS / OSHA HazCom 2012
- Signal Word
- DangerAdjudicated
- H-Codes (Hazard Statements)
- H315, H317, H319, H336, H351, H370, H373, H411Adjudicated
- P-Codes (Precautionary Statements)
- P201, P202, P260, P264, P270, P273, P280, P281, P308+P311, P308+P313, P314, P391, P405, P501Adjudicated
Occupational Exposure Limits
- OSHA PEL (29 CFR 1910.1000)
- 100 ppm TWA / 200 ppm acceptable ceiling / 300 ppm 5-min peakOSHA 29 CFR 1910.1000
- ACGIH TLV
- —no canonical
- NIOSH REL
- Ca (carcinogen — minimize occupational exposure)NIOSH Pocket Guide
- NIOSH IDLH
- 150 ppmNIOSH Pocket Guide
Transport descriptions reflect 49 CFR 172.101 lookup at time of publication. Sourced data: ECHA CLP Annex VI for harmonised classifications, NIOSH Pocket Guide for REL/IDLH, OSHA Z-Tables for PEL. Always verify against the latest regulatory text before shipment-critical decisions.
Supplier Qualification Packet
One zipped download containing the TDS, SDS, latest lot COA (when available), and a fresh Letter of Continuing Guaranty for Perchloroethylene ACS Grade. Every file included is SHA-256 hashed and listed in a manifest your QA team can audit.
Application Guidance
Perchloroethylene ACS Grade (ACS Grade) application guidance is available on request. Contact Alliance Chemical Technical Services for grade-specific use recommendations.
Storage & Handling
- Recommended Storage
- Cool, dry, well-ventilated area in original sealed containers. Refer to product SDS for material-specific guidance.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
- Handling Precautions
- Use standard chemical PPE — splash goggles, gloves, lab coat. Refer to SDS for hazard-specific PPE requirements.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
- Incompatibilities
- Consult the SDS for material-specific incompatibilities.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
- Shelf Life
- Consult Technical Services for product-specific shelf life
For full hazard, PPE, and emergency response guidance, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for this product. The SDS controls in all cases where guidance differs.
Packaging & Logistics
Shipping Description (US DOT)
UN1897, Tetrachloroethylene, 6.1, PG III
Sourced from 49 CFR 172.101. Confirm against shipping documents and carrier requirements before tender.
Revision History
Last reviewed 2026-07-17 by Andre Taki, DOT Hazmat Specialist.
| Version | Date | Change | Trigger |
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| 1.4 | 2026-08-05 | Canonical data updated: 1 field changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.3 | 2026-07-22 | Canonical data updated: 2 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.1 | 2026-07-17 | Canonical data re-verified: 6 fields updated against independent vendor SDSs, CLP Annex VI, 49 CFR, and OSHA HazCom 2024 (GHS classification, hazard/precautionary codes, signal word, physical properties as applicable).
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| 1.2 | 2026-07-17 | Canonical data updated: 4 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.0 | 2026-05-20 | Initial URL-first TDS published from canonical chemistry registry. | initial |
This Technical Data Sheet is provided for technical reference. The Safety Data Sheet (SDS) controls in all cases where guidance differs. Values reflect Alliance Chemical canonical data at time of generation; subsequent revisions are recorded in the Revision History above.