Product Description

ProductDibromomethane
CAS74-95-3
FormulaCH2Br2
SynonymDibrommethan, DBM, UN 2664, METHYLENE DIBROMIDE, CH2Br2, dibromo-methan, Dibromomethane, methane,dibromo, Rcra waste number U068, Methylene bromide

Typical Product Specifications

Molecular weight173.84
EINECS200-824-2
Water solubility0.1 g/100 mL (20 ยบC)
Flash Point96-98°C
Storage TemperatureRefrigerator
Vapor Pressure34.9 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
StabilityStable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, aluminium, magnesium. Reacts violently with potassium.
BRN Number969143
Melting Point-52 °C
Merck14,6061
Refractive Index1.541
Density2.477 g/mL at 25 °C
Boiling Point96-98 °C
Vapor Density6.05
NotesDibromomethane uses and applications include: High-density solvent for mineral separation, gauge fluid; process solvent; intermediate in org. synthesis, prod. of herbicides, insecticides, biocides Suggested storage of Dibromomethane: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight

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ClassBiocides, Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) Chemicals, Solvent
FunctionIntermediates, Biocide
IndustryPharmaceutical, Organics
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