Chinese Name: Dichloromethane
English Name: Dichloromethane, Methylene chloride
CAS Number: 75-09-2
EINECS Number: 200-838-9
Molecular Formula: CH2Cl2
Molecular Weight: 84.93
Physical and Chemical Properties: Appearance and characteristics: colorless transparent liquid with an aromatic odor.
Melting Point (°C): -96.7
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in ethanol and ether.
Hazard Class: 6.1
HS Code: 29031200
Packaging and Transportation: Blue painted drums, 250kg/drum or 270kg/drum, also transportable by tanker.
Uses: Dichloromethane has the advantages of strong solubility and low toxicity. It is widely used in the production of safety film and polycarbonate. The remainder is used as a paint solvent, metal degreasing agent, aerosol propellant, polyurethane foaming agent, release agent, and paint remover. In the pharmaceutical industry, it serves as a reaction medium for the preparation of ampicillin, carbenicillin, and cephalosporins, among others. It is also used in the production of petroleum dewaxing solvents, aerosol propellants, organic synthesis extractants, metal cleaning agents, etc.