Product Description

ProductHexachloroethane
CAS67-72-1
FormulaC2Cl6
SynonymHCE, Perchloroethane, Carbon Hexachloride, Ethane, 1,1,1,2,2,2-hexachloro-

Typical Product Specifications

Density2.091
Mesh+ 20 mesh = 5% max
Bulk Density1.2 g/cc (1 Metric Ton=1.25 M3)
Ash0.20% max (Anticaking agent)
Purity99.70% min
Melting Range185ยบC - 187ยบC
AppearanceWhite, crystalline, free-flowing powder
OdorCamphor-like
Moisture0.03% max
Aciditynot detected
Ironnot detected
Specific gravity2.1 g/cc
Free Chlorinenot detected
Mesh- 150 mesh = 5% max
Insolubilityin water
Vapor Pressure1 mm (32.7 c)
Melting Point186.6 c (sublimes)
Molecular weight236.74
Colorcolorless crystal
Solubilityalcohol, benzene, chloroform, ether, oils, chlorinated solvs., most org. solvs.
Chemical StructureChemical Structure
NotesPacking: 25kg net in double poly-lined HDPE bags. Sea-worthy packing. Palletized cargo, 40 bags/pallet.
ClassSolvents - Glycols - Alcohols, Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) Chemicals
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