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1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene is used as a dielectric and heat transfer fluid in transformers. It acts as an intermediate, degreaser, wood preservative and solvent for dye. It is a high-temperature solvent used in gel permeation chromatography, especially for polyethylene and polypropylene. Further, it is used as a lubricant and as a synthetic transformer oil.
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1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene is used as a dielectric and heat transfer fluid in transformers. It acts as an intermediate, degreaser, wood preservative and solvent for dye. It is a high-temperature solvent used in gel permeation chromatography, especially for polyethylene and polypropylene. Further, it is used as a lubricant and as a synthetic transformer oil.
Solubility
Miscible with ether, benzene, CS{2}.Immiscible with water.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Melting Point | 17°C |
UN Number | UN2321 |
Merck Index | 14,9631 |
Solubility Information | Miscible with ether,benzene,CS2;Immiscible with water. |
Formula Weight | 181.45 |
Percent Purity | 99% |
Density | 1.454g/mL |
Boiling Point | 213°C |
Quantity | 4 x 2.5 kg |
Flash Point | 110°C (230°F) |
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Safety and Handling
GHS H Statement
H302-H315
Harmful if swallowed.
Causes skin irritation.
P264b-P270-P280-P301+P312-P302+P352-P305+P351+P338-P330-P332+P313-P362-P501c
H302-H315-H319
DOTInformation : Transport Hazard Class: 6.1; Packaging Group: III; Proper Shipping Name: TRICHLOROBENZENES, LIQUID
EINECSNumber : 204-428-0
TSCA : Yes
Recommended Storage : Ambient temperatures
RUO – Research Use Only