Carbon Tetrachloride

Tetrachloromethane · CCl₄ · CAS 56-23-5

CCl₄

Tetrachloromethane

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Overview

Carbon tetrachloride (tetrachloromethane, CCl4) is a dense, non-flammable chlorinated solvent and a strategic feedstock for conversion into tetrachloroethylene and fourth-generation refrigerants and foaming agents.

Tetrachloromethane (CCl4) — feedstock for new-generation refrigerants

Chemical Identity

Chemical identity
CAS No.56-23-5
Molecular formulaCCl₄
Molecular weight153.82
SynonymsTetrachloromethane
StandardGB/T 4119-2008

Specifications

Values shown in percent (%) unless noted otherwise; “—” indicates no limit for that grade.

GB/T 4119-2008

ItemSuperiorFirst
AppearanceColorless clear liquid, no suspended matterColorless clear liquid, no suspended matter
Carbon tetrachloride content, % ≥99.8099.50
Chloroform, % ≤0.050.3
Tetrachloroethylene, % ≤0.030.1
Moisture, % ≤0.0050.007
Acidity (as HCl), % ≤0.00020.0008
Color (Pt-Co), max1525
Physical properties
FormDense, colorless, non-flammable liquid
Packaging200 L steel drum; tank

Applications

  • Conversion to tetrachloroethylene, methyl chloride or chloroform
  • Feedstock for R245fa foaming agent and R236 extinguishing agent
  • Raw material for fourth-generation refrigerants and foaming agents R1233zd, R1234ze and the HFO-1234yf chain via pentachloropropane

Packaging & Storage

Packaging

  • 200 L steel drum
  • Tank

Storage & transport

Store sealed in a cool, dry, ventilated warehouse away from sunlight. Handle strictly under dangerous goods and controlled-substance regulations.

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