Methylene Chloride

Product details

Trade name: Methylenchloride
Application of the substance / the preparation Solvents

Specifications

MSDS according 91/155 EEC (2001/58 EC)

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possible hazards

Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment:
Under working condiitons mainly resorbed via respiratory tract.
R 40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.

Classification system:
The classification was made according to the latest editions of the EU-lists, and expanded using company data and specialized literature.

Composition / information on ingredients

Chemical characterization
CAS No. Description:	75-09-2 dichloromethane
Identification number(s):
EINECS Number:	2008389

EU Number:	602-004-00-3

Physical and Chemical Properties

General Information
Form:	Liquid
Colour:	Colourless
Odour:	Sweetish
Change in condition
Melting point/Melting range:	-95.1°C
Boiling point/Boiling range:	40°C
Flash point:	not applicable
Ignition temperature:	605°C
Decomposition temperature:	> 120°C
Danger of explosion:	Product is not explosive. However, formation of explosive air/vapour mixtures are possible.
Explosion limits:
Lower:	13 Vol %
Upper:	22 Vol %
Vapour pressure at 20°C:	453 hPa
Density at 20°C:	1.33 g/cm3
Solubility in / Miscibility with Water:	20 g/l
Viscosity: dynamic at 22°C:	0.43 mPas

Transport information

Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border)
ADR/RID class:	6.1 (T1) Toxic substances.
Danger code (Kemler):	60
UN-Number:	1593
Packaging group:	III
Label:	6.1
Description of goods:	Dichloromethane
Limited quantities (LQ)	LQ7
Transport category	3
Tunnel restriction code	E
Remarks:	Limited quantity: 5l per inner packaging, 30 kg gross per packaging unit


Maritime transport IMDG:
IMDG Class:	6.1
UN Number:	1593
Label:	6.1
Packaging group::	III
EMS-Number:	F-A,S-A
Proper shipping name:	DICHLOROMETHANE




Lufttransport ICAO-TI und IATA-DGR:
ICAO/IATA Class:	6.1
UN Number:	1593
Label:	6.1
Packaging group::	III
Proper shipping name:	DICHLOROMETHANE
Remarks:	Packing Instructions:
	For Limited Quantities: Y605 (Max Net Qty/Pkg: 2 l)
	Passenger and Cargo Aircraft: 605 (Max Net Qty/Pkg: 60 l)
	Cargo Aircraft only: 612(Max Net Qty/Pkg: 220 l)

Regulatory information

Markings according to EC guidelines:
The product has been classified and marked in accordance with EU Directives / Ordinance on Hazardous Materials

Risk phrases:
40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.

Safety phrases:
23 Do not breathe fumes.
24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.

National regulations:

Information about limitation of use:
Restrictions on juvenile employment must be observed.
Employment restrictions concerning pregnant and lactating women must be observed.

Water hazard class: Water hazard class 2 (Assessment by list): hazardous for water.

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