Appearance
Clear colorless liquid
Function
It is widely used as a paint stripper and a degreaser. In the food industry, it has been used to decaffeinate coffee and tea as well as to prepare extracts of hops and other flavorings. Its volatility has led to its use as an aerosol spray propellant and as a blowing agent for polyurethane foams.
Synonyms
Methylene Chloride; Dichloromethane; Methylene Dichloride; Methylene Bichloride; Methane Dichloride; Solmethine; Narkotil; Solaesthin
Storage
Store in a tightly closed container. Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Packages
- 573 lb. Steel Drum
- 1 lb. Bulk
Industries
- Industrial
- food & bev.
Product Classes
- Solvents
- degreasers
- flavors
Other
- Origin: Synthetic
- Shelf life: 2 years from mfg. date
- Freight Classification: NMFC48580 S3 CL55
- Kosher Status: Not Kosher
- Flash Point: 39-40øC
- Melting Point: -97 øC
- API: NO
- Allergen: NO
- Hazmat: YES
- Molecular Weight: 84.93 g/mol