Health & Environmental Concerns:

• Toxic if inhaled in large amounts or over time (linked to liver, kidney, and nervous system effects)

• Classified as a possible human carcinogen

• Requires well-ventilated, sealed systems and PPE for operators

• Strictly regulated in many countries (e.g., banned or phased out in California, EU restrictions)

Alternatives to PERC in Modern Dry Cleaning:

• Hydrocarbon solvents (less aggressive, more eco-friendly)

• Liquid CO₂ cleaning

• Siloxane-based solvents (e.g., GreenEarth®)

• Professional wet cleaning (water-based with special machines and detergents)

Conclusion:

Perchloroethylene remains effective but is increasingly being replaced due to safety and environmental concerns. Dry cleaners using PERC must comply with strict safety protocols and environmental regulations.

• Surfactants, decontamination, foaming, wetting agents, etc.
• Relatively low-level ion pair reagents, when the requirements are not high, cheaper than heptane, sodium pentane sulfonate.
• As a raw material, modification of materials.
• Capillary electrophoresis analysis, additives, generally used as a molar solution .
• Other analytical methods will also be used, such as flow column analysis.

• Heavy duty degreassing and carbon dust, rust & burned oil removal. Good paint removal.
• Removes oxidation/rust from brass, steel, aluminium, copper, and many other metals
• Perfect for cleaning tools and car/machinery parts
• Ideal for restoring, maintaining and servicing intricate items with hard to reach areas
• Can be used to clean component parts before remanufacturing or as part of routine maintenance
• Can be diluted with water straight from the tap, saving money on distilled water
• The mixed solution will last multiple cleans depending on soiling levels
• More economical than fluid equivalents
• Safer and easier to store and transport than liquid alternatives

SAFETY AND HANDLING
HANDLING  Handle with care.  Store in dry, cool and well ventilated environment.
SAFETY IMMEDIATE ACTIONS
Eye Contact  Avoid Eye Contact.  Otherwise, flush with plenty of water for a few minutes.  Seek medical attention.
Skin Contact  Avoid Skin contact.  Otherwise, wash contaminated area thoroughly with water.  Seek medical attention.
Inhalation  Do not breathe gas/vapors.  Otherwise, seek fresh air source at once. Seek medical attention. 
In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment..
If Swallowed  Avoid ingestion.  Otherwise, consume considerable quantity of water. 
Do not induce vomiting.  Seek medical attention.