
Ethylene Chloride ( Ethylene Dichloride ) 1,2 - Dichloroethane Pure 1000ml - 1000ml
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Description
Ethylene Chloride (1,2-Dichloroethane)
Other Names: Ethylene Dichloride, 1,2-Dichloroethane, EDC
CAS Number: 107-06-2
Sum Formula: C₂H₄Cl₂
Molar Mass: 98.96 g/mol
Appearance: Colorless, oily liquid with a sweet, chloroform-like odor
Chemical and Physical Properties
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Density: 1.25 g/cm³ at 20°C
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Melting Point: −35.3°C
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Boiling Point: 83.5°C
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Solubility in Water: Slightly soluble (~8.7 g/L at 20°C)
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Solubility in Other Solvents: Miscible with most organic solvents
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Vapor Pressure: ~64 mmHg at 20°C
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Flash Point: 13°C (closed cup)
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Autoignition Temperature: 413°C
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Explosive Limits: 6.2–15.9% (in air)
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Odor Threshold: ~10 ppm
Applications
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Vinyl Chloride Production: Primary use as an intermediate in the production of vinyl chloride monomer (VCM), the precursor to PVC.
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Solvent: Used for fats, oils, waxes, resins, and rubber; also in adhesives and coatings.
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Degreasing Agent: Used for cleaning metal parts in industrial applications.
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Chemical Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of other chlorinated chemicals.
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Laboratory Reagent: Occasionally used in organic synthesis as a solvent.
Safety
Signal Word: Danger
H225 (100%): Highly Flammable liquid and vapor [Danger Flammable liquids]
H302 (100%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
H304 (37.4%): May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways [Danger Aspiration hazard]
H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
H331 (46.4%): Toxic if inhaled [Danger Acute toxicity, inhalation]
H335 (100%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]
H350 (100%): May cause cancer [Danger Carcinogenicity]
P203, P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P264+P265, P270, P271, P280, P301+P316, P301+P317, P302+P352, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P316, P318, P319, P321, P330, P331, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P370+P378, P403+P233, P403+P235, P405, and P501
Handling and Storage
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Storage Conditions: Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from ignition sources and incompatible substances (strong oxidizers, acids).
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Handling Precautions: Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Avoid inhalation, skin and eye contact. Work in fume hood or with proper ventilation.