| Formula / Notation | CH2Cl2 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 75-09-2 |
| Molecular Weight | 84.93 |
| Melting Point | -142.1 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 103.6 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.322 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | 10 to 50 mg/mL at 70 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Dichloromethane 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 hig... |
| Also Known As | Methylene chloride; 75-09-2; Methylene dichloride; Methane, dichloro-; Methylene bichloride; Methane dichloride; Solaesthin; Solmethine; Narkotil; Aerothene MM |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Dichloromethane?
Dichloromethane (Methylene Chloride) can cause cancer according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: dichloromethane
Other Names / Synonyms: Methylene chloride; 75-09-2; Methylene dichloride; Methane, dichloro-; Methylene bichloride; Methane dichloride; Solaesthin; Solmethine; Narkotil; Aerothene MM
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -142.1 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 103.6 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.322 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 84.93 |
| Solubility | 10 to 50 mg/mL at 70 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Dichloromethane 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 hig... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Dichloromethane (Methylene Chloride) can cause cancer according to an independent committee of scientific and health experts.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Dichloromethane is: CH2Cl2