Dichloromethane is an organic compound with the chemical formula CH₂Cl₂ and CAS Number 75-09-2. It is a colourless, volatile liquid with a characteristic sweet odour and limited solubility in water. It is commonly used in laboratories, research facilities, educational institutions, and chemical processing environments.

Dichloromethane is valued for its ability to dissolve a wide range of organic compounds and its relatively low boiling point, which allows it to be removed readily during suitable solvent-processing procedures. Common laboratory applications include liquid-liquid extraction, sample preparation, chromatography, and organic chemistry research. It is also used in selected analytical procedures and specialised industrial applications.

Its solvent properties make Dichloromethane useful in analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, and general laboratory work. The appropriate grade and purity should be selected according to the requirements of the intended application.

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Safety Note: Dichloromethane is hazardous if inhaled and may cause serious health effects, including central nervous system depression. It is also associated with carcinogenic hazards. Handle it in a suitable chemical fume hood using appropriate personal protective equipment, avoid inhalation and skin contact, and follow the supplier's safety data sheet (SDS) for proper handling, storage, and disposal.