Is tetrachloroethylene bad for your health?

What is tetrachloroethylene (CAS 127-18-4) ?

Tetrachloroethylene, also known as perchloroethylene , and abbreviations such as perc (or PERC), and PCE, is a chlorocarbon with the formula Cl2C=CCl2. It is a volatile, non-flammable, stable, colorless and dense liquid widely used for dry cleaning of fabrics and as a metal degreasing solvent, formerly as an oral anthelmintic.

Is tetrachloroethylene bad for your health?

Tetrachloroethylene exposure may also cause adverse effects in the kidney, liver, immune system and hematologic system, and on development and reproduction. Studies of people exposed in the workplace have found associations with several types of cancer including bladder cancer, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, multiple myeloma.

Safety and Handling Precautions

Strict controls are mandatory when handling PCE.

Engineering Controls: Use only in well-ventilated areas or with local exhaust ventilation (e.g., fume hoods, enclosed vapor degreasers).

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

Respiratory Protection: Use air-purifying respirators with organic vapor cartridges or supplied-air respirators in areas with potential for high exposure.

Skin Protection: Wear chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile, neoprene) and protective clothing to prevent skin contact.

Eye Protection: Safety goggles or a face shield.

Hygiene: Wash hands thoroughly after handling and before eating, drinking, or smoking.

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