Dichloromethane, 1 l, glass

This 1 liter glass container holds Dichloromethane, a solvent commonly used in synthesis processes. It falls under the category of Halogenated hydrocarbons, aliphatic, saturated and Chlorine compounds, organic. The substance is known as Methylene chloride with a Molecular Weight of 84.93 g/mol. Safety measures include wearing safety goggles and gloves, and using a Precept label. Exposure limits have been recommended by Directive 2017/164/EU, with an 8-hour limit value of 353 mg/m3 (100 ppm) and a short-term limit value of 706 mg/m3 (200 ppm), due to the risk of percutaneous absorption.

• CAS Number: 75-09-2
• Molecular Formula: CH2Cl2
• Molecular Weight: 84.93
• Exact Mass: 83.9533555
• Boiling Point: 103.6 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
• Melting Point: -142.1 °F (NTP, 1992)
• Vapour Density: 2.93 (NTP, 1992) - Heavier than air; will sink (Relative to Air)
• GHS Signal Word: Warning
• Hazard Statements:
• H351: Suspected of causing cancer [Warning Carcinogenicity]
• H302 (24.1%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
• H315: Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]