(E)-1,2-Dichloroethene, also known as cis-1,2-dichloroethene, is an organic compound with two chlorine atoms attached to a double bond. It is used in chemical synthesis and as a solvent. This compound is a byproduct of certain industrial processes and can be found in groundwater as a result of environmental contamination. (E)-1,2-Dichloroethene is considered toxic and poses health risks with prolonged exposure.
Catalog Number | R062303 |
CAS Number | 156-60-5 |
Synonyms | (E)-1,2-Dichloroethylene; 1,2-trans-Dichloroethene; 1,2-trans-Dichloroethylene; HCC 1130t; NSC 60512; R 1130t; trans-1,2-Dichloroethene; trans-1,2-Dichloroethylene |
Molecular Formula | C2H2Cl2 |
Purity | ≥95% |
Storage | Room temperature |
IUPAC Name | (E)-1,2-dichloroethene |
InChI | InChI=1S/C2H2Cl2/c3-1-2-4/h1-2H/b2-1+ |
InChIKey | KFUSEUYYWQURPO-OWOJBTEDSA-N |
SMILES | C(=CCl)Cl |