Dichloromethane, 2.5 l, glass

This 2.5 L glass container holds Dichloromethane, a solvent commonly used in synthesis applications. It falls under the category of Halogenated hydrocarbons, aliphatic, saturated and Chlorine compounds, organic. With a Molecular Weight of 84.93 g/mol, this substance requires careful handling due to its potential health risks. Workplace precautions include wearing safety goggles and gloves. The recommended indicative occupational exposure limit value for the European Union is 353 mg/m3 (100 ppm), with a short-term limit value of 706 mg/m3 (200 ppm). It's important to note 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]