Pentachloroethane is a non-flammable but toxic chemical compound of chlorine, hydrogen, and carbon

Pentachloroethane appears as a colorless liquid with a chloroform-like odor. Insoluble in water and denser than water. Toxic by inhalation and ingestion. May irritate skin and eyes. Used as a solvent.

Pentachloroethane is a member of the class of chloroethanes that is ethane in which five of the six hydrogens are replaced by chlorines. A non-flammable, high-boiling liquid (b.p. 161-162℃) with relative density 1.67 and an odour resembling that of chloroform, it is used as a solvent for oil and grease, in metal cleaning, and in the separation of coal from impurities. It has a role as a non-polar solvent.

Used as a metal degreaser, dry cleaning agent, fumigant, timber drying agent, to separate impurities from coal, and as a solvent for chemicals, rubbers, resins, and gums; [HSDB] Used as a chemical intermediate and in soil sterilization.