Also known as 1,2-dichloroethane, is a clear, colorless, oily liquid with a faint chloroform-like odor. It is a synthetic, flammable chlorinated hydrocarbon primarily used in the production of vinyl chloride monomer (VCM), which is a key precursor for PVC production.
Usos
Production of vinyl chloride monomer (VCM)
Solvent for oils, fats, waxes, resins, and gums
Used in the manufacturing of acetyl cellulose and ethylenediamine
Analytical reference standard in gas chromatography (GC) techniques