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Perchloroethylene (PCE, PERC)
Technical
Identity & Composition
- Product Name
- Perchloroethylene (PCE, PERC)
- Alliance Code
- perchloroethylene-pce-perc
- Grade
- Technical
- Concentration
- —
- CAS Number
- 127-18-4PubChem
- Formula
- C2Cl4PubChem
- Molecular Weight
- 165.8PubChem
- Product Type
- pure_substance
Specifications
| Test | Specification | Typical | Method | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assay (Perchloroethylene, stabilizer-free basis) | 99.9 % by weight min. | 99.95 % by weight | — | Supplier specification |
| Acid acceptance (as NaOH) | 0.20 % by weight min. | 0.28 % by weight | — | Supplier specification |
| Soluble chloride | 1.0 ppm max. | 0.1 ppm | — | Supplier specification |
| Copper corrosion | Passes Test | Passes test | — | Supplier specification |
| Free chlorine | None | Passes test | — | Supplier specification |
| Free halogens | Passes Test | Passes test | ASTM D 4755 | Supplier specification |
| Acidity-Alkalinity (pH) | 8.0 - 9.0 pH | 8.5 | — | Supplier specification |
| Non-volatile residue | 25 ppm max. | 4 ppm | — | Supplier specification |
| Spot or cleanliness | No spot or stain | Passes test | — | Supplier specification |
| Water (H2O) | 30 ppm max. | 12 ppm | — | 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
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear, No Sediment | Supplier specification |
| Form | Liquid | Published reference |
| Color | 15 Pt-Co max. | Supplier specification |
| Odor | Characteristic ethereal, no foreign odor | Interpreted |
| Specific Gravity (20 °C) | 1.623 - 1.628 | Supplier specification |
| Density | 1.63 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink | Published reference |
| Boiling Point | 120.0 - 122.0 °C | Supplier specification |
| 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 |
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
- UN1897Adjudicated
- 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 (PCE, PERC). Every file included is SHA-256 hashed and listed in a manifest your QA team can audit.
Applications
- Supplied as an all-purpose / degreasing solvent grade of perchloroethylenewestlake.com
Applications are drawn from published manufacturer and supplier documentation; each is sourced. Suitability for a specific use is the buyer's to confirm.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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.