Dichloromethane (CAS 75-09-2) is a chemical compound with the molecular formula CH2Cl2.
Properties
CAS Number
75-09-2
Formula
CH2Cl2
Also Known As
Dichloromethane is also known as Methylene chloride, Methylene dichloride, DCM, Solmethine, Methane, dichloro-, Methylene bichloride, among other names.
Methylene chlorideMethylene dichlorideDCMSolmethineMethane, dichloro-Methylene bichlorideMethane dichlorideSolaesthinNarkotilAerothene MM
Dichloromethane (DCM or methylene chloride) is a non-flammable volatile liquid that evaporates quickly. It is used as a solvent in paint removers, as a propellant in aerosols, and as a degreasing agent. It is widely used in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
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