1,2-dichloroethane
Also known as: Ethylene dichloride, Ethylene chloride, Glycol dichloride, Dutch liquid, Dutch oil, 1,2-Ethylene dichloride, DCE, EDC, sym-Dichloroethane, α,β-dichloroethane
1,2-dichloroethane (CAS 107-06-2) is a compound in the Aliphatic Hydrocarbons category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C2H4Cl2 and a molecular weight of 98.959 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -35 °C, a boiling point of 83.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 15.6±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour, H302 — Harmful if swallowed and H315 — Causes skin irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 107-06-2
- Jingsj CID
- J-3049-6
- Molecular Formula
- C2H4Cl2
- Molecular Weight
- 98.959 g/mol
- Category
- Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -35 °C |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 83.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 15.6±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 97.969009 |
| LogP | 1.41 |
| Additional Property | 3.4 (20 °C, vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 83.9±0.1 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.413 |
| Additional Property | 8.7 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour
- H302 — Harmful if swallowed
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H331 — Toxic if inhaled
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
- H350 — May cause cancer
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2903150000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2903150000 1,2-dichloroethane。supervision conditions:ABx(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward,environment control release notice for poisonous chemicals)。VAT:17.0%。tax rebate rate:0.0%。MFN tarrif:5.5%。general tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 1,2-dichloroethane?
The CAS number of 1,2-dichloroethane is 107-06-2.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1,2-dichloroethane?
1,2-dichloroethane has molecular formula C2H4Cl2 and molecular weight 98.959 g/mol.
Is 1,2-dichloroethane hazardous?
1,2-dichloroethane has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H225 — Highly flammable liquid and vapour; H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 1,2-dichloroethane?
For 1,2-dichloroethane, Upstream Products: Glycerol, Ethylene oxide, 1,1,2-Trichloroethane; Downstream Products: octadecanal, Diethyl (2-chloroethyl)phosphonate, Diethyl ethylphosphonate.
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