Carbon tetrachloride, for spectroscopy, 99%+

Name: Carbon tetrachloride, for spectroscopy, 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-001845

About Carbon tetrachloride, for spectroscopy, 99%+

Listed under CAS 56-23-5, Carbon tetrachloride is a specialty grade solvent available from Vaqora Chemicals in Spectroscopy grade at a purity of ≥99%. Formula CCl4, molecular weight 153.8 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is tetrachloromethane. Common synonyms include Perchloromethane and Tetrasol.

The product is provided as a liquid. Reported physical data include a melting point of −23 °C and a boiling point of 76-77 °C. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 6 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include UV-Vis and IR spectroscopy, spectrophotometric blanks and sample dissolution. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Carbon tetrachloride in 500 mL and 160 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

UV-Vis & IR spectroscopy
Spectrophotometric blanks
Sample dissolution

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Carbon tetrachloride, for spectroscopy, 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-001845
CAS Number	56-23-5
IUPAC name	tetrachloromethane
Molecular formula	CCl₄
Molecular weight	153.8 g/mol
Exact mass	153.8725
Grade	Spectroscopy
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29031400
InChIKey	VZGDMQKNWNREIO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(Cl)(Cl)(Cl)Cl
PubChem CID	5943

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Liquid
Melting point	−23 °C
Boiling point	76-77 °C
Density	1.594 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 1846
Synonyms	Perchloromethane, Tetrasol, Necatorine, Tetrafinol, Carbon tet, Methane, tetrachloro-, Methane tetrachloride, Carbon chloride, Freon 10, Czterochlorek wegla, Halon 1040, Carbon chloride (CCl4)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Health hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H331Toxic if inhaled
H351Suspected of causing cancer
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
H420Harms public health and the environment by destroying ozone in the upper atmosphere

Precautionary statements: P203, P260, P261, P262, P264, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P316, P318, P319, P321, P330, P361 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501, P502

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 56-23-5

Synthesis

Carbon tetrachloride, 99%

CAS: 56-23-5
Formula: CCl₄
MW: 153.8 g/mol

VQ-001898

HPLC

Carbon tetrachloride, for HPLC

CAS: 56-23-5
Formula: CCl₄
MW: 153.8 g/mol

VQ-001724

HPLC / Spectroscopy

Carbon tetrachloride, for HPLC, for spectroscopy 99.8%

CAS: 56-23-5
Formula: CCl₄
MW: 153.8 g/mol

VQ-045772

AR

Carbon tetrachloride, GR 99%+

CAS: 56-23-5
Formula: CCl₄
MW: 153.8 g/mol

VQ-001781

Puriss

Tetrachloromethane, ≥99.5%

CAS: 56-23-5
Formula: CCl₄
MW: 153.8 g/mol

VQ-001935

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Carbon tetrachloride, for spectroscopy, 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Carbon tetrachloride, for spectroscopy, 99%+ is 56-23-5. It is also known as Perchloromethane, Tetrasol, Necatorine.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Carbon tetrachloride, for spectroscopy, 99%+?

Carbon tetrachloride, for spectroscopy, 99%+ has the molecular formula CCl4 and a molecular weight of 153.8 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is tetrachloromethane.

Which grade and pack sizes of Carbon tetrachloride, for spectroscopy, 99%+ can I order?

We supply Carbon tetrachloride, for spectroscopy, 99%+ in Spectroscopy (≥99%) grade, in 500 mL, 160 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Carbon tetrachloride, for spectroscopy, 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of Carbon tetrachloride, for spectroscopy, 99%+ is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Carbon tetrachloride, for spectroscopy, 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. Carbon tetrachloride, for spectroscopy, 99%+ is classified as hazardous (UN 1846), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.