1,2-Dichloroethane, Analytical Reagent Grade ^*

About 1,2-Dichloroethane, Analytical Reagent Grade

The chemical compound 1,2-dichloroethane, commonly known as ethylene dichloride (EDC), is a chlorinated hydrocarbon. It is a colourless liquid with a chloroform-like odor. The most common use of 1,2-dichloroethane is in the production of vinyl chloride, which is used to make polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes, furniture and automobile upholstery, wall coverings, housewares, and automobile parts. 1,2-Dichloroethane is also used generally as an intermediate for other organic chemical compounds, and as a solvent. It forms azeotropes with many other solvents, including water and other chlorocarbons.

1,2-dichloroethane is a member of the class of chloroethanes substituted by two chloro groups at positions 1 and 2. It has a role as a non-polar solvent and a mutagen. Ethylene dichloride appears as a clear colorless liquid with a chloroform-like odor. Flash point 56°F. Denser than water and insoluble in water. Vapors are heavier than air. Density 10.4 lb / gal. 1,2-Dichloroethane, also called ethylene dichloride, is a manufactured chemical that is not found naturally in the environment. It is a clear liquid and has a pleasant smell and sweet taste. The most common use of 1,2-dichloroethane is in the production of vinyl chloride which is used to make a variety of plastic and vinyl products including polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes, furniture and automobile upholstery, wall coverings, housewares, and automobile parts. It is also used to as a solvent and is added to leaded gasoline to remove lead.

Common Uses and Applications

• Raw material
• Solvent
• Grease metal remover
• Cleaning and pesticides agent
• Oil seeds extractor
• Fumigation agent
• Amine carrier in leaching copper ores
• Scavenger for lead in gasoline
• Paint, varnish, and finish remover
• Cloth cleaner
• Oils, fats, waxes, and resins remover
• Laboratory reagent
• Wetting agent

Industries

• Vinyl chloride (a variety of plastics products and automobile and furniture parts)
• Chemical
• Cleaning and pesticides
• Construction (cement)
• Paints and coating
• Adhesives (glue wallpaper or carpeting)
• Pharmaceutical
• Gas
• Textile
• Metal

Safety and Shipping Information

DOT: Ethylene dichloride, 3, UN1184, PG II, marine pollutant, Hazmat Fee Required