Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
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Learning Objectives |
Upon completion of this section, you will be able to
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Definition |
Tetrachloroethylene is a synthetic chemical. It is a clear, colorless, nonflammable liquid with a sweet, fruity odor like that of chloroform. It is volatile and readily evaporates at room temperature. |
Uses |
As of 1995 the estimated end-use pattern for tetrachloroethylene was (Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry 1997.)
Tetrachloroethylene has also been used as (U.S. EPA 2005)
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Synonyms |
Chemical synonyms for tetrachloroethylene include
Other commonly used names are
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Key Points |
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