1,2-Dichloroethane, 99+%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

1,2-Dichloroethane is used to make vinyl chloride and chlorinated solvents (trichloroethane, trichloroethylene, perchloroethylene, and vinylidene) to remove grease, resins, glue and dirt. It is used as a solvent in the manufacture of polystyrene and SBR latex. It is added to leaded petrol as an anti-knock compound. It is also used in polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes, packaging materials, furniture, auto mobile parts, wall coverings and housewares. It is also used generally as an intermediate for other organic chemical compounds and as a solvent. It is a useful solvent for the isomer distribution in the acetylation of benzene and toluene under the influence of aluminum chloride.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Applications
1,2-Dichloroethane is used to make vinyl chloride and chlorinated solvents (trichloroethane, trichloroethylene, perchloroethylene, and vinylidene) to remove grease, resins, glue and dirt. It is used as a solvent in the manufacture of polystyrene and SBR latex. It is added to leaded petrol as an anti-knock compound. It is also used in polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes, packaging materials, furniture, auto mobile parts, wall coverings and housewares. It is also used generally as an intermediate for other organic chemical compounds and as a solvent. It is a useful solvent for the isomer distribution in the acetylation of benzene and toluene under the influence of aluminum chloride.

Solubility
Miscible with methanol, diethyl ether, n-octanol and acetone. Very slightly miscible with water.

Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents, bases and alkali metals.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 107-06-2
• Molecular Formula: C2H4Cl2
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 98.95
• MDL Number: MFCD00000963
• InChI Key: WSLDOOZREJYCGB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: ethylene dichloride, ethylene chloride, ethane, 1,2-dichloro, dutch liquid, dutch oil, ethane dichloride, glycol dichloride, aethylenchlorid, dichloro-1,2-ethane, dichloremulsion
• PubChem CID: 11
• ChEBI: CHEBI:27789
• IUPAC Name: 1,2-dichloroethane
• SMILES: ClCCCl

• Melting Point: -35°C
• Density: 1.256
• Boiling Point: 83°C
• Quantity: 2500 mL
• Flash Point: 15°C (59°F)
• Refractive Index: 1.4448
• Linear Formula: ClCH₂CH₂Cl
• UN Number: UN1184
• Beilstein: 605264
• Merck Index: 14,3797
• Solubility Information: Miscible with methanol,diethyl ether,n-octanol and acetone. Very slightly miscible with water.
• Formula Weight: 98.96
• Percent Purity: ≥99%
• Chemical Name or Material: 1,2-Dichloroethane

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• 1,2-Dichloroethane

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• Acute toxicity Category 3
• Acute toxicity Category 4
• Carcinogenicity Category 1B
• Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
• Flammable liquid Category 2
• Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
• Specific target organ toxicity Category 3

Hazard Statement

• H225-Highly flammable liquid and vapour.
• H302-Harmful if swallowed.
• H315-Causes skin irritation.
• H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
• H331-Toxic if inhaled.
• H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
• H336-May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
• H350-May cause cancer.

Precautionary Statement

• P201-Obtain special instructions before use.
• P202-Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
• P210-Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
• P233-Keep container tightly closed.
• P240-Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
• P241-Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/ equipment.
• P242-Use only non-sparking tools.
• P243-Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
• P260-Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
• P264-Wash face, hands and anyexposed skin thoroughly after handling.
• P270-Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
• P271-Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
• P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
• P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
• P311-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/ .
• P330-Rinse mouth.
• P363-Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
• P370+P378-In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
• P403+P233-Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
• P501b-Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Supplemental information

• MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Ethylene dichloride

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