Product Overview

Academic Use:
Trichloro Ethylene is used in teaching labs for experiments involving solvent extraction and organic chemistry demonstrations, owing to its fast evaporation and efficient dissolving action.

Industrial Use:
This solvent is popular in metal degreasing, precision cleaning, and paint removal applications across analytical and engineering labs due to its strong solvent power and quick drying.

Institutional Use:
In institutions handling analytical chemistry and research, it is used for chromatographic and spectroscopic cleaning and as a test material in physical chemistry experiments.

FAQs

1. What is Trichloro Ethylene mainly used for?
   It is primarily used for degreasing, solvent cleaning, and organic compound extraction.
2. Is it safe for use in all lab types?
   It should only be used in well-ventilated fume hoods due to its volatile and toxic nature.
3. Can it replace acetone or ethanol?
   It depends on the application; it’s stronger and more volatile than either.
4. How should I store this chemical?
   Keep tightly closed in original containers, in a cool and well-ventilated place.
5. Is it compatible with glass and stainless steel equipment?
   Yes, it’s non-reactive with most lab glassware and metals.