Perchloroethane Property

Melting point:

183-185 °C (sublm)

Boiling point:

185 °C

Density 

2.091 g/cm3

Hazard and Precautionary Statements (GHS)

Symbol(GHS)

Signal word

Warning

Hazard statements

H319Causes serious eye irritation

H351Suspected of causing cancer

H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements

P202Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.

P264Wash hands thoroughly after handling.

P264Wash skin thouroughly after handling.

P273Avoid release to the environment.

P280Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P305+P351+P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.

P308+P313IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

Perchloroethane Chemical Properties,Usage,Production

Definition

ChEBI: Hexachloroethane is a member of the class of chloroethanes that is ethane in which all the hydrogens are replaced by chloro groups. It has a role as a carcinogenic agent and a refrigerant. It is a chlorocarbon and a member of chloroethanes.