Chemical Product Identification & Regulatory Data
Official chemical identifiers, CAS numbers, and regulatory compliance information
Basic Product Information
Regulatory Identifiers
Chemical Abstracts Service registry number - unique identifier for chemical substances
Uses Information
Overview
Methylene chloride is a colorless substance commonly used laboratory chemicals..
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GHS Hazard Classification & Safety Warnings
Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictograms, signal words, and safety classifications
Classification Status
Signal Word
Hazard Classifications
GHS Hazard Pictograms & Safety Symbols
GHS07
GHS08
GHS (Globally Harmonized System) pictograms indicate specific chemical hazard categories and safety precautions
Hazard Statements
- H315: Causes skin irritation
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation
- H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness
- H350: May cause cancer
Precautionary Statements
- Obtain special instructions before use
- Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
- Use personal protective equipment as required
- Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling
- Wear eye/face protection
- Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
- Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
- IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice
- IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water
- If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
- Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
- IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
- Store locked up
- Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
- Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Chemical Manufacturers & Supply Chain
Authorized suppliers, manufacturers, and distribution network information
Fisher Scientific
distributor
One Reagent Lane Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
US
(201) 796-7100
24/7 Emergency Response & Poison Control
Critical emergency contact numbers for chemical spills, exposure incidents, and medical emergencies
CHEMTREC
800-424-9300
US
Inside the USA
CHEMTREC
001-703-527-3887
US
Outside the USA
Chemical Composition & Hazardous Ingredients
Detailed component analysis, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
Product Type
substanceChemical Components & Hazardous Substances
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Methylene chloride | 75-09-2 | 99.5% | ✓ Non-hazardous |
Emergency First Aid Measures
Critical first aid procedures for chemical exposure incidents and medical emergencies
🫁 Inhalation Exposure
Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Obtain medical attention.
Symptoms:
Breathing difficulties. Inhalation of high vapor concentrations may cause symptoms like headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea and vomiting
🖐️ Skin Contact
Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention.
👁️ Eye Contact
Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention.
🍽️ Ingestion/Swallowing
Do not induce vomiting. Call a physician or Poison Control Center immediately.
🚨 Immediate Medical Attention Required
Obtain medical attention. Call a physician or Poison Control Center immediately.
Medical Treatment
Treat symptomatically
Fire Fighting Measures & Emergency Response
Fire suppression methods, extinguishing media, and firefighting safety procedures
✅ Suitable Extinguishing Media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
⚠️ Specific Fire Hazards
Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors. Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition.
🛡️ Firefighter Protection Equipment
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.
Accidental Release Measures & Spill Response
Emergency spill cleanup procedures, containment methods, and environmental protection
🚨 Emergency Procedures
Use personal protective equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak.
🌍 Environmental Precautions
Should not be released into the environment. See Section 12 for additional ecological information.
🧹 Cleanup Methods
Soak up with inert absorbent material.
Cleanup Materials:
inert absorbent material
Related Chemical Substances & Alternative Products
Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles and industrial applications
Technical Specifications & Material Properties
Physical state, chemical properties, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Safe Handling & Storage Procedures
Industrial handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace safety requirements
⚠️ Handling Precautions
• Wear personal protective equipment.
• Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
• Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
🏪 Storage Conditions
• Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.
Exposure Controls & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and required safety equipment
🏭 Engineering Controls
Use only under a chemical fume hood. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.
🧤 Hand Protection
Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure.
👁️ Eye Protection
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
😷 Respiratory Protection
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
🦺 Skin/Body Protection
Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Chemical Stability & Reactivity Data
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials information
✅ Chemical Stability
Stable under normal conditions.
⚗️ Reactivity
None known, based on information available
⚠️ Hazardous Reactions
None under normal processing. Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
🚫 Conditions to Avoid
Incompatible products. Excess heat.
🧪 Incompatible Materials
Strong oxidizing agents, Strong acids, Amines
💨 Hazardous Decomposition Products
Carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO2), Hydrogen chloride gas, Phosgene
Ecological Information & Environmental Impact
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, bioaccumulation, and ecological effects data
🌱 12.1 Toxicity
🌱 Persistence and Degradability
🌱 Bioaccumulation/ Accumulation
🌱 Mobility
Waste Disposal & Treatment Methods
Waste disposal procedures, treatment methods, and regulatory compliance requirements
🏷️ Waste Classification Codes
Transportation & Shipping Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory transport requirements
🏷️ UN Number
UN1593
📦 Proper Shipping Name
Dichloromethane
⚠️ Transport Hazard Class
6.1
📋 Packing Group
III
Chemical Safety FAQ & Common Questions
Most frequently asked questions about safety, handling, storage, and regulatory compliance
What is the hazard signal word for Methylene chloride?
The signal word for this substance is "danger".
What is the physical form of Methylene chloride?
Methylene chloride is a liquid appearing as colorless with colorless color. It has sweet odor.
What is the solubility of Methylene chloride?
No information available
What is Methylene chloride used for?
Laboratory chemicals.
What are the hazard statements for Methylene chloride?
This substance has 4 hazard statements: H315: Causes skin irritation H319: Causes serious eye irritation H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness H350: May cause cancer
What is the melting point of Methylene chloride?
The melting point is -97 °C / -142.6 °F and the boiling point is 39 °C / 102.2 °F.