Tetrachloroethylene
NIOSH Potential Occupational Carcinogen
Corrosion
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Health Hazard
Environment
Safety Data Sheets
| Manufacturer | Download |
|---|---|
| Alfa Aesar | Download PDF |
| Sigma Aldrich | Download PDF |
| TCI | Download PDF |
Hazard Statements
| Code | Statement | Hazard Class |
|---|---|---|
H305 |
May be harmful if swallowed and enters airways | Aspiration hazard |
H313 |
May be harmful in contact with skin | Acute toxicity, dermal |
H314 |
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage | Skin corrosion/irritation |
H319 |
Causes serious eye irritation | Serious eye damage/eye irritation |
H336 |
May cause drowsiness or dizziness | Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Narcotic effects |
H350 |
May cause cancer | Carcinogenicity |
H361 |
Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child | Reproductive toxicity |
H370 |
Causes damage to organs | Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure |
H372 |
Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure | Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure |
Precautionary Statements
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
P203 |
Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. |
P260 |
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P261 |
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P264 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. |
P264+P265 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes. |
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/hearing protection/... |
P301+P316 |
IF SWALLOWED: Get emergency medical help immediately. |
P301+P330+P331 |
IF SWALLOWED: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. |
P302+P317 |
(Deleted) IF ON SKIN: Get medical help. |
P302+P361+P354 |
IF ON SKIN: Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. |
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. |
P305+P354+P338 |
IF IN EYES: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. |
P308+P316 |
IF exposed or concerned: Get emergency medical help immediately. |
P316 |
Get emergency medical help immediately. |
P318 |
if exposed or concerned, get medical advice. |
P319 |
Get medical help if you feel unwell. |
P321 |
Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)). |
P331 |
Do NOT induce vomiting. |
P337+P317 |
If eye irritation persists: Get medical help. |
P363 |
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. |
P403+P233 |
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. |
P405 |
Store locked up. |
P501 |
Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Exposure Limits
| OSHA PEL | 100 ppm |
| NIOSH IDLH | 150 ppm |
| Skin Notation | Yes — can be absorbed through skin |
Physical Properties
Colorless liquid with a mild, chloroform-like odor.
| Boiling Point | 250°F |
| Vapor Pressure | 14 mmHg |
| Specific Gravity | 1.62 |
NFPA 704 Diamond
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Health
Fire
Reactivity
Synonyms
tetrachloroethylene, carbon bichloride, 1,1,2,2-tetrachloroethylene, 1,1,2,2-tetrachloroethene
Data Sources
- GHS Classification: PubChem CID 31373
- OSHA PEL: OSHA Occupational Chemical Database
- NIOSH REL/IDLH: NIOSH Pocket Guide
Disclaimer: This information is compiled from public regulatory databases for reference only. It does not replace the manufacturer's Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Always consult the official SDS for your specific product before handling chemicals.
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