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The chemical compound 1,2-dichloroethane, commonly known as ethylene dichloride (EDC), is a chlorinated hydrocarbon. It is a colourless liquid with a chloroform-like odor. The most common use of 1,2-dichloroethane is in the production of vinyl chloride, which is used to make polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes, furniture and automobile upholstery, wall coverings, housewares, and automobile parts. 1,2-Dichloroethane is also used generally as an intermediate for other organic chemical compounds, and as a solvent. It forms azeotropes with many other solvents, including water and other chlorocarbons.
1,2-dichloroethane is a member of the class of chloroethanes substituted by two chloro groups at positions 1 and 2. It has a role as a non-polar solvent and a mutagen. Ethylene dichloride appears as a clear colorless liquid with a chloroform-like odor. Flash point 56°F. Denser than water and insoluble in water. Vapors are heavier than air. Density 10.4 lb / gal. 1,2-Dichloroethane, also called ethylene dichloride, is a manufactured chemical that is not found naturally in the environment. It is a clear liquid and has a pleasant smell and sweet taste. The most common use of 1,2-dichloroethane is in the production of vinyl chloride which is used to make a variety of plastic and vinyl products including polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes, furniture and automobile upholstery, wall coverings, housewares, and automobile parts. It is also used to as a solvent and is added to leaded gasoline to remove lead.
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- Raw material
- Solvent
- Grease metal remover
- Cleaning and pesticides agent
- Oil seeds extractor
- Fumigation agent
- Amine carrier in leaching copper ores
- Scavenger for lead in gasoline
- Paint, varnish, and finish remover
- Cloth cleaner
- Oils, fats, waxes, and resins remover
- Laboratory reagent
- Wetting agent
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Product Information
| CAS | 0107-06-02 |
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| Grade | Reagent Grade |
| Appearance | Clear |
| Molecular formula | C2H4Cl2 |
| Molecular weight | 98.96 |
| Autoship Available | No |
| Water | 0.0003 |
