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Dichloromethane DCM Methylene Chloride Solvent - 1000ml
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Description
Dichloromethane (DCM, Methylene Chloride)
Other Names: Methylene Chloride, DCM, Diclone
CAS Number: 75-09-2
Chemical Formula: CH₂Cl₂
Molar Mass: 84.93 g/mol
Appearance: Colorless, volatile liquid with a sweet, chloroform-like odor
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Chemical and Physical Properties
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Density: 1.33 g/cm³ (at 20 °C)
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Melting Point: −96.7 °C
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Boiling Point: 39.6 °C
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Solubility in Water: Slightly soluble (13 g/L at 20 °C)
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Solubility in Other Solvents: Miscible with most organic solvents
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Vapor Pressure: 47 kPa (at 20 °C)
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Flash Point: Non-flammable (per standard tests), but forms flammable vapors under certain conditions
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Autoignition Temperature: 605 °C
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Explosive Limits: Lower 13%, Upper 22% (in air)
Applications
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Solvent Use: Widely used for paint stripping, degreasing, and cleaning applications
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Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a reaction medium and extraction solvent in laboratories
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Polymer Industry: Used in the manufacture of cellulose acetate and plastics
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Electronics and Pharmaceuticals: Involved in purification and formulation processes
⚠️ Not intended for food, pharmaceutical, or cosmetic applications.
Safety
Signal Word: ⚠️ Danger
H302 (24.1%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
H315 (30.4%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
H319 (53.2%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
H336 (29.9%): May cause drowsiness or dizziness [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Narcotic effects]
H341 (22.9%): Suspected of causing genetic defects [Warning Germ cell mutagenicity]
H351 (99.8%): Suspected of causing cancer [Warning Carcinogenicity]
H373 (12.7%): May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure]
P203, P260, P261, P264, P264+P265, P270, P271, P280, P301+P317, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P318, P319, P321, P330, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501
Handling and Storage
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Storage Conditions: Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, or open flames
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Handling Precautions: Use only in well-ventilated areas. Avoid inhalation and contact with skin and eyes. Use explosion-proof equipment where required