General Description
Clear colorless liquid.
Reactivity Profile
1,1,1,2-TETRACHLOROETHANE(630-20-6) is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. 1,1,1,2-TETRACHLOROETHANE(630-20-6) is also incompatible with dinitrogen tetraoxide, 2,4-dinitrophenyl disulfide, potassium, potassium hydroxide, nitrogen tetraoxide, sodium and sodium potassium alloy. 1,1,1,2-TETRACHLOROETHANE(630-20-6) may react with chemically active metals, strong caustics, hot iron, aluminum and zinc in presence of steam. 1,1,1,2-TETRACHLOROETHANE(630-20-6) may also react with mixtures of dinitrogen tetraoxide with halocarbons.
Air & Water Reactions
Insoluble in water.
Potential Exposure
1,1,1,2-Tetrachloroethane is used as a solvent and in manufacture of insecticides, herbicides, soilfumigants; blanches, paints, and a number of widely used products; as are the other chloroethanes.
Fire Hazard
Literature sources indicate that this chemical is nonflammable.
First aid
If this chemical gets into the eyes, remove any contact lenses at once and irrigate immediately for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting upper and lower lids. Seek medical attention immediately. If this chemical contacts the skin, remove contaminated clothing and wash immediately with soap and water. Seek medical attention immediately. If this chemical has been inhaled, remove from exposure, begin rescue breathing (using universal precautions, including resuscitation mask) if breathing has stopped and CPR if heart action has stopped. Transfer promptly to a medical facility. When this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention. Give large quantities of water and induce vomiting. Do not make an unconscious person vomit.
Shipping
UN1702 Tetrachloroethane, Hazard Class: 6.1; Labels: 6.1-Poisonous materials.
Incompatibilities
1,1,1,2-Tetrachloroethane is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. It is also incompatible with dinitrogen tetraoxide, 2,4-dinitrophenyl disulfide, potassium, potassium hydroxide, nitrogen tetraoxide, sodium and sodium potassium alloy. It may react with chemically active metals, strong caustics, hot iron, aluminum and zinc in presence of steam. It may also react with mixtures of dinitrogen tetraoxide with halocarbons.
Chemical Properties
1,1,1,2-Tetrachloroethane is a colorless to yellowish-red liquid.
Chemical Properties
colourless liquid
Waste Disposal
Consult with environmental regulatory agencies for guidance on acceptable disposal practices. Generators of waste containing this contaminant (≥100 kg/mo) must conform with EPA regulations governing storage, transportation, treatment, and waste disposal.
Uses
1,?1,?1,?2-?Tetrachloroethane is a chlorinated hydrocarbon and used as a solvent for cellulose, acetate, fat, waxes, greases, rubber, and sulfur. It is a contaminant in groundwater. 1,?1,?1,?2-?Tetrachloroethane can also induce heptotoxicity.Environmental contaminants; food contaminants.
Definition
ChEBI: 1,1,1,2-tetrachloroethane is a member of chloroethanes.
