Pentachloroethane

Pentachloroethane
Names
IUPAC name
1,1,1,2,2-pentachloroethane
Identifiers
76-01-7
3D model (Jmol) Interactive image
ChEBI CHEBI:76287
ChemSpider 6179
ECHA InfoCard 100.000.842
PubChem 6419
Properties
C2HCl5
Molar mass 202.09 g mol−1
Appearance Colorless liquid
Odor Sweetish, chloroform-like
Density 1.68 g cm−3
Melting point −29 °C (−20 °F; 244 K)
Boiling point 162 °C (324 °F; 435 K)
0.05% (20°C)[1]
Vapor pressure 3 mmHg (20°C)[1]
Hazards
T N
R-phrases R11, R20, R23/24/25, R36/38, R39, R40, R48, R51
S-phrases S23, S26, S36/37, S45, S61
US health exposure limits (NIOSH):
PEL (Permissible)
none[1]
REL (Recommended)
Handle with care in the workplace[1]
IDLH (Immediate danger)
N.D.[1]
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
Infobox references

Pentachloroethane is a non-flammable but toxic chemical compound of chlorine, hydrogen, and carbon. It is used as a solvent for oil and grease, in metal cleaning, and in the separation of coal from impurities.

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