Trichloroethylene (TCE) is a halogenated aliphatic organic compound which, due to its unique properties and solvent effects, has been widely used as an ingredient in industrial cleaning solutions and as a “universal” degreasing agent. TCE, perchloroethylene (PCE), and trichloroethane (TCA) are the most frequently detected volatile organic chemicals (VOCs) in ground water in the United States (Fischer et al., 1987). This paper discusses options for removing TCE from soil and ground water.
You may need a PDF reader to view some of the files on this page. See EPA’s About PDF page to learn more.- TCE Removal From Contaminated Soil and Ground Water (PDF)(10 pp, 52 K, 1992, 540-S-92-002)