Dichloromethane Solvent Properties | Properties | Specification | Uses

CAS 75-09-2

Physical Properties
Molecular weight	84.93
Boiling point	39.75°C
Vapor pressure	350 Torr at 20°C
Freezing point	-95.14°C
Refractive index	1.4241 at 20°C
Density	1.326 g/mL (11.06 lb/gal) at 20°C
	1.317 g/mL (10.99 lb/gal) at 25°C
Dielectric constant	8.93 at 25°C
Dipole moment	1.14 D at 25°C
Solvent group	5
Polarity index (P’)	3.1
Eluotropic value on alumina	0.42
Viscosity	0.44 cP at 20°C
Surface tension	28.12 dyn/cm at 20°C
Solubility in water	1.60% at 20°C
Solubility of water in dichloromethane	0.24% at 20°C

Regulatory and Safety Data
DOT Hazard Class	6.1, Keep Away From Food
Packing Group	III
UN Identification Number	UN1593

Storage	Store in an area designated for toxic storage with other compatible materials. Keep away from foodstuffs.

EPA applicable waste code(s)	U080, F002
Flash point	None by closed cup
Lower explosive limit	13.0%
Upper explosive limit	23.0%
Time weighted Average	25 ppm OSHA PEL