Methylene Chloride (MDC)
Chemical Formula: CH2Cl2
Product Description
Methylene Chloride, also known as Dichloromethane (DCM), is a colourless, volatile liquid with a mild, sweet aroma. It is one of the most versatile industrial solvents used across pharmaceuticals, paint stripping, metal cleaning, and chemical processing. Ganga Chemicals supplies GACL-grade Methylene Chloride pan India with strict quality controls.
Available Grades
- Technical Grade
- Industrial Grade
- Pharma Grade
Industries Served
- Pharmaceuticals
- Paint & Coatings
- Metal Cleaning & Degreasing
- Aerosol Propellants
- Chemical Processing
- Food Industry (Decaffeination)
Technical Specifications
Parameter | Specification |
Appearance | Clear, colourless liquid |
Purity (CH2Cl2) | ≥ 99.5% |
Boiling Point | 39.6°C |
Density | 1.325 g/cm³ at 20°C |
Water Content | ≤ 0.02% |
Acidity (as HCl) | ≤ 0.0002% |
Applications
- Solvent in pharmaceutical API extraction and tablet coating
- Paint and varnish stripping in automotive and construction sectors
- Metal degreasing and precision cleaning
- Aerosol propellant blending
- Coffee and tea decaffeination (food-grade applications)
- Polymer processing and adhesive manufacturing