What is another word for ethylene tetrachloride?
Pronunciation: [ˈɛθɪlˌiːn tˈɛtɹɐklˌɔːɹa͡ɪd] (IPA) 
Ethylene tetrachloride, also known as 1,2,2,2-tetrachloroethane, is a chemical compound used in various industrial applications such as as a solvent for fats, oils, waxes, and resins, as well as in the production of refrigerants, fuels, and synthetic rubber. This compound is also commonly referred to as perchloroethylene, tetrachloroethene, PCE, or PERC. These synonyms are used interchangeably in industry jargon and scientific literature. However, it is important to note that ethylene tetrachloride has several potential health hazards, including toxicity and carcinogenicity, and should be handled with extreme caution in industrial settings.
