Methylene Chloride
Dichloromethane (DCM) appears as a colorless liquid with a sweet, penetrating, ether-like odor. Noncombustible by if exposed to high temperatures may emit toxic chloride fumes. Vapors are narcotic in high concentrations. Used as a solvent and paint remover.
- Synonyms
- Methylene dichloride, Dichloromethane (DCM), MC, Methane dichloride, Methylene bichloride
- Chemical Formula
- CH2Cl2
- CAS Number
- 75-09-2
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 84,93 g/mol
- Melting Point
- -96,7 °C
- Boiling Point
- 39,6 °C
- Density
- 1.3255
- Forms
- Liquid (clear)
Uses and applications
Key applications
- Blowing agent
- Paint removal
- Waxes
- Resins
- Solvents
- Extracting agent
- Rubber