What is 1,2-Dichloroethane?
1,2-dichloroethane is a highly flammable colourless liquid with a chloroform-like odour. Other common names for 1,2-dichloroethane are dichloroethane, ethylene chloride, ethylene dichloride, EDC and Dutch liquid.
Main Uses of 1,2-Dichloroethane (dce)
- Production of Vinyl Chloride Monomer (VCM)
Over 90% of global 1,2-DCA consumption is used to produce vinyl chloride monomer, the essential raw material for polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastics.
- Industrial Solvent
DCE chemistry solvent is used as a powerful solvent for resins, fats, oils, waxes, rubber, and bitumen.
- Chemical Intermediate
Serves as a raw material for producing chlorinated solvents like trichloroethylene, tetrachloroethylene, and vinylidene chloride.
- Extraction and Processing
Applied as an extractant in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries.
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Conclusion
1,2-Dichloroethane (DCE, EDC) is applications in plastics, pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and industrial processing make it one of the most important commodity chemicals worldwide.
