Chemical Formula: CCl?
Molecular Weight: 153.82 g/mol

Description:
Carbon Tetrachloride (C.T.C.) is a clear, colorless, heavy liquid with a characteristic sweet, chloroform-like odor. It is non-flammable and immiscible with water but mixes well with most organic solvents. C.T.C. is primarily used as a solvent and cleaning agent in industrial and laboratory applications and as an intermediate in the manufacture of refrigerants and propellants.

Applications:

• Refrigerant Industry: Used as a raw material in the manufacture of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs).

• Cleaning Solvent: Employed as a degreasing and cleaning agent for metals and machinery (limited due to toxicity).

• Laboratory Use: Utilized as a solvent for oils, fats, and resins.

• Fire Extinguishing: Previously used in fire extinguishers (now restricted).

• Chemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of fluorocarbons and other organic compounds.