Perchloroethylene (127-18-4)

Perchloroethylene, commonly known as perc, is a versatile chemical compound widely used in various industrial applications. Its primary use is as a solvent in dry cleaning and textile processing due to its excellent solvency for organic compounds. Additionally, perchloroethylene finds applications as a degreaser in metalworking, as a refrigerant in air conditioning systems, and as a feedstock in the production of other chemicals like fluorocarbons. Its stability, nonflammability, and ability to dissolve a wide range of substances make it indispensable in many manufacturing processes. However, concerns about its potential health and environmental impacts have led to increased regulation and the exploration of safer alternatives in recent years.