CAS 75-09-2
Methylene Chloride in kenya
CAS 75-09-2CH2Cl284.93 g/mol
Methylene Chloride (CAS No. 75-09-2) is a versatile solvent primarily used in the industrial sector for paint stripping, metal cleaning, and extraction processes. With a high solubility in various organic compounds, it is ideal for applications requiring strong solvent action. Methylene Chloride is also significant in the pharmaceutical industry for drug formulation and development. Its efficient performance in diverse applications makes it a preferred choice among industrial users.
Main applicationPaint stripping — Effective in removing various paint types from surfaces.
Methylene Chloride plays a crucial role across various industries by improving process efficiency and enabling quick solvent action. Its unique properties make it valuable for applications ranging from metal cleaning to pharmaceutical extractions, ensuring it remains a staple in industrial settings.
Also known as
- DICHLOROMETHANE
- Methylene chloride
- Methylene dichloride
- Methane
- dichloro-
- Methylene bichloride
- Methane dichloride
- Solaesthin
- Solmethine
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Available in 200-liter containers.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- CAS number
- 75-09-2
- Chemical formula
- CH2Cl2
- Molecular weight
- 84.93 g/mol
- Grade
- Industrial grade
- Appearance
- Clear, colorless liquid
- Density
- 1.3255 g/cm³
- Density
- 1.3255 g/cm³
- Melting Point
- -95 °C
- Boiling Point
- 39.75 °C
- Solubility
- 13200 mg/L
Methylene Chloride, scientifically known as dichloromethane (CH2Cl2), features a molecular weight of 84.93 g/mol. As an industrial-grade solvent, it exhibits high density (1.3255 g/cm³ at 20 °C) and a low melting point of -95 °C, making it useful in low-temperature environments. The substance is characterized by its ability to dissolve a wide array of organic compounds. When purchasing, buyers should specify the intended application to ensure suitability, especially considering the material's volatility and required handling procedures.
Delivery
Methylene Chloride in kenya is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Paint stripping — Effective in removing various paint types from surfaces.
- Metal cleaning — Utilized for cleaning metal surfaces before further treatment.
- Extraction processes — Important for extracting active ingredients in pharmaceuticals.
- Laboratory solvent — Commonly used for analytical and preparative chemistry.
- Degreasing — Used in industrial cleaning to remove grease and oils.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- High efficiency in dissolving organic compounds allows for effective use in various processes.
- Reduces time spent on paint removal tasks, streamlining operations.
- Enhances cleanliness in metal treatment, preparing surfaces for coatings.
- Facilitates extraction processes in pharmaceuticals, increasing yield.
- Ideal for laboratory applications due to consistent performance as a solvent.
Quality assurance
- Batches are checked against the specification values listed above before dispatch.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Methylene Chloride in kenya?
The CAS registry number for Methylene Chloride in kenya is 75-09-2. Its chemical formula is CH2Cl2, with a molecular weight of 84.93 g/mol. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.
What are the other names for Methylene Chloride in kenya?
Methylene Chloride in kenya is also referred to as DICHLOROMETHANE, Methylene chloride, Methylene dichloride, Methane, dichloro and Methylene bichloride. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Methylene Chloride in kenya is supplied?
Methylene Chloride in kenya is supplied as Industrial grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does Methylene Chloride in kenya look like?
Methylene Chloride in kenya is described as clear, colorless liquid. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Methylene Chloride in kenya used for?
Common applications include paint stripping — Effective in removing various paint types from surfaces., metal cleaning — Utilized for cleaning metal surfaces before further treatment., extraction processes — Important for extracting active ingredients in pharmaceuticals., laboratory solvent — Commonly used for analytical and preparative chemistry. and degreasing — Used in industrial cleaning to remove grease and oils.. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Methylene Chloride in kenya?
Methylene Chloride in kenya is supplied to the Mining & Minerals, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Cleaning & Detergents, Paints, Coatings & Inks and Laboratories & Research sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Methylene Chloride in kenya available in?
Available in 200-liter containers. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
References
Technical information on this page was compiled from the following published sources. Safety and handling data always comes from the supplier’s own safety data sheet.
- 1.PubChem CID 6344pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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