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What is PERC solvent? What is it used for? - CAS 127-18-4

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What is PERC solvent?

PERC also known as perchloroethylene or tetrachloroethylene,with the CAS No. 127-18-4.  It is a colorless liquid and a volatile chemical with a mildly sweet odor. CAS 127-18-4 PERC solvent is widely used for consumer uses such as brake cleaners and adhesives, in commercial applications such as dry cleaning, and in many industrial settings.

 

Physical properties

PERC Perchloroethylene is a colourless liquid solvent. Although it is a liquid at room temperature, some will evaporate giving a sweet ether like odour.

Melting Point: -22.3°C

Boiling Point: 121.1°C

Specific Gravity: 1.623

Vapour Density: 5.8

 

Chemical properties

Tetrachloroethylene PCE is nonflammable and mostly insoluble in water.

 

Tetrachloroethylene Perchloroethylene CAS 127-18-4

 

What is PERC solvent (CAS 127-18-4) used for?

Dry Cleaning Industry: The most dominant use-used globally by dry cleaning businesses to tackle oil, grease, and protein-based stains on garments. Dry cleaning applications have been banned in many countries due to its toxic properties.

 

Industrial Degreasing: Critical for cleaning metal parts in aerospace, automotive, and machinery manufacturing, as it can dissolve heavy grease without corroding metals.

 

Textile and Leather Processing: PERC solvent helps remove grease and impurities from raw textiles and leather materials, improving the quality of finished products.

 

Chemical Synthesis: Perchloroethylene PERC serves as an intermediate for producing fluorinated compounds and certain pesticides.

 

 

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