Industrial chemistry
Methyleneсhloride
OtherNames: Dichloromethane, DichloromethaneMethyleneChloride
CAS No.: 75-09-2
EC№: 200-838-9
Molecular formula: CH2Cl2
Dichloromethane (DCM, or methylene chloride) is an organic compound with the formula CH2Cl2. This colorless, volatile liquid with a moderately sweet aroma is widely used as a solvent. Although it is not miscible with water, it is miscible with many organic solvents. One of the most well-known applications of dichloromethane is in the drinking bird heat engine.
Use
Dichloromethane is widely used
• pharmaceutical industries
• plastics industries
• food industry
• propellant
• blowing agent for polyurethane foams
• solvent for chemical processes
• paint stripper and a degreaser.
Physical properties
Molecular weight | g/ mol | 84.93 |
Density, at 20 °C | g/cm3 | 1.326 |
Dipole moment | D | 1.6 |
Specific heat capacity | J/mol·K | 102.3 |
Viscosity, at 25 °C | cP | 1.424 |
Vapor pressure, at 25 °C | kPa | 57.3 |
Melting point | °C | -96.7 |
Boiling point | °C | 39.6 |
Solubility in water, at 25 °C | g/L | 17,5 |
Specific heat capacity | J/mol·K | 103 |
Refractive index | 73.60 |
Quality Standard:
Purity | % | 99,9 |
Residue on evaporation | % | 0.0005 |
Acidity | % | 0.0004 |
Water content | % | 0.04 |
Appearance | transparent, colorless liquid |
Package and Delivery:
• 250kg, steel drum,
• 20 FCL, 24t.