Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
127-18-4
Name of the chemical
Tetrachloroethylene
Concentration
100%
General Information
Revision date
2020-08-02
Product name
Perchloroethylene
CAS No.
127-18-4
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Dry cleaning solvent; Vapour degreasing solvent; Drying agent for metals and certain other solids. Used also as a heat transfer medium and in the manufacture of fluorocarbons
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Company Information
company name
Solvents Australia Pty Ltd
GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H301, H351, H411
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H301
Toxic if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Hazard statements
This product is classified as: Hazardous according to the criteria of SWA Australia. Dangerous according to Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code, IATA and IMDG/IMSBC criteria. H301: Toxic if swallowed. H351: Suspected of causing cancer. H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
SUSMP Classification
S6
ADG classification
Class 6.1 Toxic substances
UN Number
1897, TETRACHLOROETHYLENE
Signal word
DANGER
Prevention
P102: Keep out of reach of children. P201: Obtain special instructions before use. P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P262: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. P264: Wash contacted areas thoroughly after handling. P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P273: Avoid release to the environment. P280: Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye or face protection.
Response
P337 If eye irritation persists seek medical attention P352: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor P301+P330+P331 IF SWALLOWED Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting P308+P313 If exposed or concerned Get medical advice P370+P378: In case of fire, note the following. Water fog or fine spray is the preferred medium for large fires. Try to contain spills, minimise spillage entering drains or water courses.
Storage
P405: Store locked up. P402+P404: Store in a dry place. Store in a closed container. P403+P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Disposal
P501: If product can not be recycled, consider controlled incineration, or contact a specialist waste disposal company (see Section 13 of this SDS). Emergency Overview Physical Description & colour: Clear, colourless liquid. Odour: Ether-like odour.
Health hazards
toxic if swallowed, may cause irreversible effects
