Description

Perchloroethane, also known as hexachloroethane, is a fully chlorinated hydrocarbon compound with significant industrial utility. It serves as a versatile intermediate and additive, valued for its chemical stability and high chlorine content. This product is essential for manufacturers in the metallurgical, polymer, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable performance in demanding applications.

Application

• Metallurgical Processing: Used as a degassing agent and grain refiner in aluminum and magnesium smelting to remove hydrogen and improve metal quality.
• Polymer Industry: Acts as a flame retardant additive and cross-linking agent in the production of certain plastics and rubbers.
• Military & Pyrotechnics: A key component in smoke-generating compositions, such as white smoke grenades and obscurants.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a chlorinating agent and as a starting material or intermediate in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals.
• Veterinary Medicine: Historically used as an anthelmintic in livestock; certain grades may be relevant for this application.
• Laboratory Reagent: Employed in research and analytical chemistry as a standard or reagent.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Perchloroethane
CAS No.	67-72-1
Molecular Formula	C2Cl6
Molecular Weight	236.74 g/mol
Synonyms	Hexachloroethane; Carbon Hexachloride; Perchloroethylene (obsolete); Ethane Hexachloride; 1,1,1,2,2,2-Hexachloroethane; Avlothane; Distokal; Distopan; Falkitol; Mottenhexe; RCRA Waste Number U131; EINECS 200-666-4
EINECS	200-666-4

Quality Control

Our Perchloroethane is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and physical properties. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your procurement standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent sublimation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	185°C - 189°C
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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