Trichloroethylene is a halocarbon with the formula C₂HCl₃, commonly used as an industrial metal-degreasing solvent. It is a clear, colourless, non-flammable, volatile liquid with a chloroform-like pleasant mild smell and sweet taste. From Wikipedia
The Environmental Protection Agency has finalized rules prohibiting the use of TCE and PCE, two solvents with widespread industrial and consumer applications, due to significant health risks.
