Properties of Carbon Tetrachloride (CCl4)
Carbon tetrachloride (CCl4) is a chemical compound composed of one carbon atom bonded to four chlorine atoms. It is a colorless, heavy, non-flammable liquid with a sweet odor. Carbon tetrachloride was once widely used as a solvent and in fire extinguishers, but its use has declined due to its toxicity and environmental concerns.
The following table provides a comprehensive list of carbon tetrachloride properties in both SI and US customary/Imperial units at normal temperature and pressure (NTP).
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| Physical Properties | Metric |
|---|---|
| Molar Mass | 153.82 g/mol |
| Density | 1594 kg/m3 |
| Dynamic Viscosity | 0.853 mPa·s |
| Surface Tension | 27.04 mN/m |
| Thermal Properties | Metric |
| Melting Point | -22.8 °C |
| Boiling Point | 76.7 °C |
| Thermal Conductivity (25°) | 0.103 W/m·K |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion (αV) | 1.14×10-3 1/°C |
| Vapor Pressure | 12.2 kPa |
| Critical Constants | Metric |
| Critical Temperature (Tc) | 283 °C |
| Critical Pressure (Pc) | 4.56 MPa |
| Critical Molar Volume (Vc) | 276 cm3/mol |
| Electrical Properties | Metric |
| Relative Permittivity (εr) | 2.238 |
| Optical Properties | Metric |
| Refractive Index (589 nm) | 1.46 |
| Hazardous Data | Metric |
| NFPA Rating (Health) | 3 |
| NFPA Rating (Fire) | 0 |
| NFPA Rating (Reactivity) | 0 |
Unless stated otherwise, all values are taken at room temperature (approximately 20°C or 68°F) and 1 atm pressure. (1 atm = 101,325 Pa)
Related Pages
References: 1) Cardarelli, François. Materials Handbook: A Concise Desktop Reference. Switzerland: Springer International Publishing, 2018. 2) CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics, 97th Edition. United Kingdom: CRC Press, 2016-2017. 3) Yaws, Carl L. The Yaws Handbook of Physical Properties for Hydrocarbons and Chemicals. Netherlands: Elsevier Science, 2015. 4) Fire Protection Guide to Hazardous Materials, 14th Edition. United States: National Fire Protection Association, 2010.