Description

Trichlorotrifluoroethane is a versatile chlorinated fluorocarbon solvent with a unique combination of chemical properties. This compound is valued in industrial applications for its excellent solvency power, low toxicity, and non-flammability, offering a safer alternative to more hazardous solvents. Key industries that utilize this chemical include electronics manufacturing, precision cleaning, and as a refrigerant or blowing agent component. Its high volatility and compatibility with strong acids and organic solvents make it suitable for specialized degreasing and formulation processes.

Application

• Precision Cleaning Agent: Used for degreasing and cleaning sensitive electronic components, circuit boards, and optical parts due to its high purity and non-residue properties.
• Refrigerant & Heat Transfer Fluid: Serves as a component in specialized refrigeration blends and heat transfer fluids for industrial cooling systems.
• Foam Blowing Agent: Acts as an auxiliary blowing agent in the production of certain polymer foams, including polyurethane and polystyrene.
• Chemical Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of more complex fluorinated and chlorinated organic compounds.
• Solvent for Strong Acids: Used in formulations and processes requiring a solvent compatible with strong acids and other aggressive organic solvents.
• Carrier Fluid: Functions as a carrier or diluent in lubricants, coatings, and other specialty chemical formulations.
• Vapor Degreasing: Applied in industrial vapor degreasing operations for metal parts and machinery.
• Laboratory Reagent: Used as a specialty solvent in research and development laboratories for extraction and reaction media.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trichlorotrifluoroethane
CAS No.	26523-64-8
Molecular Formula	C2Cl3F3
Molecular Weight	187.38 g/mol
Synonyms	1,1,2-Trichloro-1,2,2-trifluoroethane; Freon 113; CFC-113; R-113; Fluorocarbon 113; F 113; 1,2,2-Trichlorotrifluoroethane; Trichlorotrifluoroethane (mixture of isomers); Arklone P; Genetron 113; Isotron 113; Frigen 113
EINECS	247-756-1

Quality Control

Our Trichlorotrifluoroethane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept upright and sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and moisture ingress. Recommended storage temperature is 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, Colorless Liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.5%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.005%
Acidity (as HCl)	≤ 0.0005%
Non-volatile Residue	≤ 0.001%
Boiling Point	47-48 °C
Density at 25°C	1.56 - 1.58 g/mL

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.