Description

Carbon Tetrachloride is a versatile chlorinated hydrocarbon solvent and chemical intermediate with the CAS registry number 56-23-5. It is valued in industrial processes for its excellent solvent properties for oils, fats, and resins, as well as its role as a key precursor in chemical synthesis. This compound is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the chemical production, analytical laboratory, and specialized industrial cleaning sectors.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: As a chlorinating agent and a key starting material in the production of refrigerants, propellants, and other chlorinated compounds.
• Industrial Solvent: For degreasing metal parts, extracting oils and fats, and dissolving rubber, resins, and waxes in manufacturing processes.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a non-polar solvent in infrared (IR) spectroscopy and other laboratory applications.
• Fire Suppression: Historically used in fire extinguishers and as a flame retardant, though largely replaced by safer alternatives.
• Specialized Cleaning: In niche applications for removing stubborn contaminants where other solvents are ineffective.
• Catalyst & Reaction Medium: Serves as a solvent and medium in various organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Carbon Tetrachloride
CAS No.	56-23-5
Molecular Formula	CCl4
Molecular Weight	153.82 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrachloromethane; Perchloromethane; Benzinoform; Carbon Chloride; Necatorina; Tetraform; Tetrasol; Freon 10; Halon 104; Refrigerant-10; R-10; UN 1846
EINECS	200-262-8

Quality Control

Our Carbon Tetrachloride is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) for every shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles. While we supply standard industrial and reagent grades, our quality systems are designed to support compliance with relevant industry and regulatory standards for specific applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its highly volatile nature, containers should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and maintain purity. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reactive metals.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 99.0%
Density (20°C)	1.594 - 1.598 g/mL
Boiling Point	76 - 77°C
Refractive Index (n20D)	1.460 - 1.462
Residue on Evaporation	≤ 0.002%
Acidity (as HCl)	≤ 0.001%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.02%

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