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What is the polarity of dichloromethane solvent (CAS 75-09-2)?

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CAS 75-09-2 Dichloromethane (DCM)  also known as methylene chloride, is a moderately polar (or weakly polar) aprotic solvent capable of dissolving nonpolar and moderately polar compounds. It is used for separating polar organic compounds, including alkaloids, and in liquid-liquid extractions.

 

Dichloromethane has two polar C–Cl bonds and an asymmetrical molecular structure. This creates a net dipole moment, giving the solvent moderate polarity.
Compared with strongly polar solvents (like water or DMF), its polarity is lower, making it more versatile.

 

Dichloromethane (DCM) Specifications Table

Parameter Specification
Product Name Dichloromethane
Synonyms DCM, Methylene Chloride
CAS Number 75-09-2
Molecular Formula CH₂Cl₂
Molecular Weight 84.93 g/mol
Appearance Colorless transparent liquid
Purity (GC) ≥ 99.9%
Density (20°C) 1.32 – 1.33 g/cm³
Boiling Point 39.6 – 40 °C
Melting Point −96.7 °C
Flash Point Non-flammable
Refractive Index (20°C) 1.424 – 1.426
Water Content ≤ 0.02%
Acidity (as HCl) ≤ 0.0005%
Residue on Evaporation ≤ 0.002%
Color (APHA) ≤ 10
Odor Mild, sweet chloroform-like odor

 

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What is dichloromethane Solvent used for?

Aerosol Products
Dichloromethane liquid is used as a solvent and propellant in spray products because of its volatility and ability to evaporate at room temperature.

 

Chemical Industry
DCM Dichloromethane is used as a blowing agent for polyurethane foams, foam rubber, synthetic fibers and plastic molding.
Applied as a solvent for extraction, chromatography and organic synthesis.
Dichloromethane (CAS No 75-09-2) is used for concentration and purification of alcohols, ketones, steroids, amino acids, sugars and other organics.
Bonds plastics including polystyrene, plexiglass, ABS and polycarbonate.

 

Pharmaceutical Industry
Methylene chloride (ch2cl2) is used in the manufacture of ascorbic acid and pharmaceutical ingredients.

 

Food Industry
Solvent for flavors used in candies, juices and ice cream.
Used in decaffeination of coffee and tea, and in beer production.

 

Laboratory Use
Analyzes water for heavy metals, nitrites, nitrates and toxicity.

 

Paint & Coating Industry
Degreases metals, concrete, bitumen and ceramics.
Resin solvent and paint/varnish remover.
Component in aerosol paints.

 

Perfumery Industry
Used for extraction of aromatic compounds in perfumes and fragrances.

 

Other Applications
Used in film production for plastic bonding.
Ingredient in agricultural pesticides and fumigants.

 

 

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