Colorless, transparent and volatile liquid with a slight ether-like odor. It is chemically reactive and prone to polymerization (must be stored with a polymerization inhibitor such as hydroquinone). It is insoluble in water, easily soluble in most organic solvents, and is an important haloalkene organic intermediate with good solubility and reactivity.
Physical & Chemical Properties
Molecular FormulaC2H2Cl2
Density:1.2g/cm³g/cm³
Boiling Point:34℃
Solubility:
Slightly soluble in water; miscible with organic solvents such as ethanol, diethyl ether, acetone, chloroform and benzene.
Molecular Weight:97.0g/mol
Flash Point:-25℃
Melting Point:-122℃
Uses
1. Organic synthesis intermediate: Used for the synthesis of polyvinylidene chloride (PVDC) resin, which has excellent barrier properties and is widely used in food packaging, pharmaceutical packaging and other fields;
2. Solvent field: Used as a low-temperature extraction solvent, suitable for the dissolution of oils, resins, rubbers, etc., and can also be used for metal degreasing and precision instrument cleaning;
3. Pharmaceutical and pesticide field: Used for the synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates and pesticide raw materials, supporting the research, development and production of antibacterial and insecticidal products;
4. Others: Used as a raw material for refrigerants and cleaning agents, and can also be used as a comonomer to improve the performance of polymers.
Safety, Security & Risk
Physical Hazards
Vapors are heavier than air and may flow along the ground, causing fire at a distance.Without polymerization inhibitor, the vapors may polymerize, resulting in blockage of vents.
Chemical Hazards
This substance may form explosive peroxides.It readily polymerizes when heated, or under the action of oxygen, sunlight, copper or aluminum.There is a risk of fire or explosion.It may explode when heated or exposed to flame.When burned, it decomposes to produce toxic and corrosive fumes of hydrogen chloride and phosgene.It reacts violently with oxidizing agents.