Results for tag: "Perchloroethylene"

Perchloroethylene, also known as tetrachloroethylene, is a chemical compound used in a variety of industrial applications. It is a colorless, nonflammable liquid with a sweet, chloroform-like odor. It is used as a solvent for dry cleaning, metal degreasing, and in the production of chlorofluorocarbons. It is also used in the production of other chemicals, such as polyvinyl chloride and polytetrafluoroethylene. Perchloroethylene is produced by the chlorination of ethylene. It is a volatile organic compound and is regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency. It is classified as a hazardous air pollutant and is subject to stringent emission standards. The perchloroethylene market is driven by the increasing demand for dry cleaning and metal degreasing applications. The growing demand for chlorofluorocarbons and other chemicals is also expected to drive the market. Some of the major companies in the perchloroethylene market include Dow Chemical Company, ExxonMobil, BASF, Eastman Chemical Company, and Solvay. Show Less Read more