Perclean® or Tetrachloroethylene (perc) is one of the most widely used solvents in the dry cleaning industry.
Stelco Chemicals International describe Perclean® as the number one graded perc product in the world, from the number one manufacturer of perc in the world, and state it is 100% DOWPER.
Under the licensed trade name Perclean® Gold Label, Stelco Chemicals International provides Perclean® to the Australian market, which Stelco guarantee to be:
- 100% virgin material.
- Designed and manufactured specifically for the use in dry cleaning machines.
- Containing proprietary stabilising agents that will carry over in distillation 100% of the time, ensuring your Perclean® pH remains the same from its first use to its last.
- The highest quality product available every time it is purchased.
What It Is For
Perclean® is dry-cleaning machine solvent. Stelco's SDS gives its recommended use as dry cleaning fluid, solvent. It is not a carpet spotter or an on-site cleaning product — for spotting, see the Stelco spotting range below.
Safety Summary (from the Australian SDS)
The SDS classifies Perclean® (tetrachloroethylene, stabilised, over 99.9%) as hazardous with the signal word Warning, and as a Schedule 6 poison. Hazard statements: causes skin irritation (H315), may cause an allergic skin reaction (H317), may cause drowsiness or dizziness (H336), suspected of causing cancer (H351) and toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects (H411).
- Obtain special instructions before use (P201). Avoid breathing vapour; use with adequate ventilation and do not enter confined spaces unless they are ventilated.
- Wear protective gloves, protective clothing and eye and face protection.
- Store under cover in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from sunlight and ignition sources. The SDS says not to store it in aluminium or aluminium alloys, and to avoid galvanised components because of the risk of producing highly toxic dichloroacetylene.
- Perc is heavier than water and sinks. Keep it out of soil, drains, sewers and waterways, and collect spillage (P391).
Specifications (from the Australian SDS)
| Supplier | Stelco Chemicals International Pty Ltd, Rowville VIC |
|---|---|
| Product | Tetrachloroethylene (stabilised), over 99.9% |
| SDS recommended use | Dry cleaning fluid, solvent |
| Signal word | Warning |
| Poisons Schedule | S6 |
| Workplace exposure standard | Tetrachloroethylene TWA 50 ppm, STEL 150 ppm (as listed in the SDS) |
| Dangerous goods | UN 1897 Tetrachloroethylene, Class 6.1 Toxic, Packing Group III; marine pollutant |
| Pack size | 10 L |
| SDS version | 1.5, issued 19 February 2023 |
| CCW SKU | STCPER10 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use perc for spotting carpet or upholstery on site?
We do not recommend it. Perclean® is supplied for use inside dry cleaning machines, and its SDS carries a suspected carcinogen classification. Use a spotter made for the job — such as Safe Silk Spotter for delicate fibres — and read its SDS.
Why the dangerous goods surcharge?
Perc ships as UN 1897, Class 6.1 Toxic.
What containers can I decant it into?
Follow the SDS: metal drums are listed as suitable for spill recovery, and aluminium, aluminium alloys and galvanised components are to be avoided.
Information Documents
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Running a dry cleaning machine and need to confirm supply or pack size? Tell us what you use per month and we will talk it through.
