Cl - CH2 - CH2 - Cl
EDC is a colorless liquid with a mild odor. It is toxic and extremely flammable. EDC is a good organic solvent but slightly soluble in water.
Parameter | Unit | Quantity |
Purity | wt % | 99.9 min. |
Acidity (as HCI) | ppm, wt | 2 max. |
Water (1) | ppm, wt | 150 max. |
Iron | ppm, wt | 1 max. |
Benzene | ppm, wt | 50 max. |
Low boilers | ppm, wt | 450 max. |
High boilers | ppm, wt | 450 max. |
Color | APHA | 10 max. |
Boiling range | °C | 1.5°C, including 83.5°C |
Appearance | Visual | clear |
Density | at 15 °C | 1.258 - 1.268 |
Residue on evaporation | ppm, wt | 20 max. |