The molecular formula of Trichloroethylene is C 2 HCl 3 and its IUPAC name is Trichloroethene. This compound is man-made and can not occur naturally in the environment. The structure of Trichloroethylene is as follows: Structure of Trichloroethylene. Read More: Tetrachloroethylene.

Trichloroethylene has been used in several industries and occupations, especially where metal degreasing is performed. Cohort studies have been conducted on workers in the aerospace and aircraft-repair industries, as well as in other industries. In many workplaces where trichloroethylene is used, other chlorinated solvents can also be found.

Trichloroethylene is a colorless, volatile liquid. Liquid trichloroethylene evaporates quickly into the air. It is nonflammable and has a sweet odor. The two major uses of trichloroethylene are as a solvent to remove grease from metal parts and as a chemical that is used to make other chemicals, especially the refrigerant, HFC-134a.

Trichloroethylene, also known as TCE, is a popular organic solvent used in both industrial and commercial applications. However, TCE is becoming increasingly controversial due to the many negative health effects that come with exposure to this solvent.