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Methylene Chloride

Dichloromethane

CH₂Cl₂

F.W. 84.94

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Hazard Alert

Possible carcinogen. Can be narcotic in high concentrations. Slightly toxic. LD₅₀ 1600 mg/kg. TLV 25 ppm.

Resources

Storage:

Organic #4

Disposal:

#27j. U-Listed (U080); purchase small amounts for effective inventory control.

Shelf Life:

Volatile liquid; keep tightly capped.

Soluble:

Alcohol; slightly in water.

Color:

Colorless

Odor:

Ethyl ether-like.

CAS No.:

75-09-2

Technical Note:

Both sizes are packaged in PVC-coated bottles.