About this product
Methylene Di Chloride (MDC) — also called methylene dichloride, dichloromethane or DCM; CAS 75-09-2, formula CH2Cl2 — is a non-flammable, low-boiling (39.6 °C) chlorinated solvent used in paint strippers, metal degreasing, pharmaceutical extraction and adhesive formulations. We supply stabilised Technical Grade MDC, min. 99.95% assay by GC, made by TGV SRAAC, from our Redhills, Chennai warehouse (office at Periyamet, Chennai), with dispatch across South India in 250 kg MS barrels, 1000 L IBC tanks and bulk ISO tankers. Send grade, quantity and packing by WhatsApp or call +91 86087 80096 and we quote within 4 working hours; a batch Certificate of Analysis is supplied with every delivery.
Methylene Di Chloride (MDC) at a glance
- MDC full form
- Methylene Di Chloride
- Also known as
- Methylene Dichloride · Dichloromethane (DCM) · Methylene chloride
- CAS number
- 75-09-2
- Formula
- CH2Cl2
- HSN code
- 2903.12.00
- UN number
- UN 1593
CAS number and formula checked against PubChem on 3 October 2026. Full grade and property values are in the specifications below. More lookups: chemical abbreviations list · CAS number reference.
Applications & Uses
Safety & Technical Documents
MSDS / SDS
Technical data sheet (TDS) & Certificate of Analysis
Batch Certificate of Analysis (CoA) · supplied with every delivery
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Product DataGrades & Technical Specifications
Grades & Technical Specifications
Physical Properties
- Appearance
- Clear colourless liquid with sweet chloroform-like odour
- Purity
- ≥ 99.95%
- Assay
- 99.95% min (GC), stabilised
- Density
- 1.325 g/cm³ at 20°C
- Boiling Point
- 39.6°C
- Melting Point
- -97°C
- Solubility
- Slightly soluble in water (13 g/L at 20°C); miscible with most organic solvents
- Refractive Index
- 1.4244 at 20°C
Supply & Packaging
- Packaging
- 250 kg MS barrel1000L IBC tankBulk tanker (ISO)
- Grades Available
- Technical Grade, stabilised (min. 99.95% GC)
- Origin
- Both
Compliance & Storage
- HS Code
- 2903.12.00
- UN Number
- 1593
- Hazard Class
- Class 6.1 — Toxic (Packing Group III)
- Storage
- Cool, well-ventilated area away from heat, light, and incompatible materials. Keep tightly closed in original container.
- Shelf Life
- 24 months from manufacture (stabilised)
These specs are indicative. Request a Certificate of Analysis (COA) for batch-specific values.
What is MDC? Full form, CAS number and aliases
MDC stands for Methylene Di Chloride, also called methylene dichloride, dichloromethane (DCM) or methylene chloride. Its formula is CH2Cl2 and its CAS number is 75-09-2. Supreme Petro Chemicals, Chennai, supplies stabilised technical-grade MDC, 99.95% min by GC to the manufacturer's TDS (SPC-TDS-CHL-001), with a batch Certificate of Analysis supplied with every delivery.
Documents may use any of these names, so match on the CAS number 75-09-2 rather than on the name.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product name | Methylene Di Chloride (MDC) |
| Full form of MDC | Methylene Di Chloride |
| Also called | Methylene dichloride; dichloromethane (DCM); methylene chloride |
| Chemical formula | CH2Cl2 |
| CAS number | 75-09-2 |
| EC number | 200-838-9 |
| UN number and class | UN 1593, DICHLOROMETHANE, Class 6.1 (Toxic), Packing Group III |
| Grade SPC supplies | Technical grade, stabilised, 99.95% min by GC |
| Maker named in the TDS | TGV SRAAC Limited (Sree Rayalaseema), Gondiparla, Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh |
| Documents | TDS SPC-TDS-CHL-001, SDS, batch Certificate of Analysis with every delivery |
Which grade of MDC does SPC supply? Is it pharma grade?
SPC supplies one MDC grade that our data backs: Technical Grade, stabilised, 99.95% min by GC. It is a technical grade, not a food or pharmaceutical grade, and SPC states no IP, BP or USP grade of MDC. If your process needs a different specification, send it to us for a quote.
Buyers in pharmaceutical manufacturing often search for MDC because it is a common extraction and process solvent. SPC supplies chemicals for pharmaceutical manufacturers only to the specification stated here. If your documents call for a pharmacopoeial grade, write the required standard and limits in your enquiry and we will confirm what can be supplied against them.
The TDS names one maker, TGV SRAAC Limited, an integrated chloromethanes producer at Gondiparla, Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. SPC is a distributor, not the manufacturer. The specification values on this page belong to that maker's published specification (QSF No. 8.6.4.14). The TDS gives a stabiliser content of 25 to 40 ppm and does not name the stabiliser.
| Grade | Assay (GC) | Status with SPC |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Grade, stabilised | 99.95% min | Supplied, with TDS SPC-TDS-CHL-001 |
| Pharmacopoeial grade (IP, BP, USP) | Not stated | Not stated by SPC; send your specification for a quote |
MDC technical specification: assay, water, chloroform and more
The MDC we supply is specified at 99.95% min by GC, with water 75 ppm max, chloroform 50 ppm max, carbon tetrachloride 4 ppm max and non-volatile matter 10 ppm max. The stabiliser is 25 to 40 ppm. The full 12-parameter table below is taken from the manufacturer's specification as listed on our TDS.
These are specification limits for the grade. The batch Certificate of Analysis that accompanies every delivery gives the values measured for that batch, and it governs the delivery.
| Parameter | Unit | Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | - | Clear liquid |
| Colour | Hazen units | 5 max |
| Specific gravity at 27 °C | g/ml | 1.3140 to 1.3190 |
| Moisture / water content | ppm | 75 max |
| Methylene chloride (MDC) by GC | % | 99.95 min |
| Chloroform by GC | ppm | 50 max |
| Carbon tetrachloride by GC | ppm | 4 max |
| Free chlorine | ppm | Nil |
| Acidity as HCl / alkalinity as NaOH | ppm | Nil |
| Non-volatile matter (residue on evaporation) | ppm | 10 max |
| Distillation range at 1 atm | °C | More than 95% distils between 39 and 40.5 |
| Stabiliser | ppm | 25 to 40 |
MDC boiling point, density and melting point
MDC boils at about 39.6 °C and melts at about -97 °C. Its reference density is 1.325 g/cm³ at 20 °C, and our SDS gives relative density 1.322 at 20 °C. The TDS gives a specific gravity of 1.3140 to 1.3190 g/ml at 27 °C, a different temperature, so it is not directly comparable with the 20 °C values.
The two 20 °C figures (1.325 and 1.322) are at the same temperature but come from different sources: a generic reference value on our specification record and the SDS relative density. They differ slightly. For a delivery, the batch Certificate of Analysis governs.
The table sets the sources side by side. The reference values are the generic properties on our specification record, the SDS values are from section 9 of our Safety Data Sheet, and the TDS column is the manufacturer's limit for the grade we supply. A dash means that source does not state the value.
Other SDS section 9 values: vapour pressure about 440 mmHg at 25 °C, vapour density 2.93, viscosity 0.44 mPa.s at 20 °C, and flash point not applicable. With a boiling point of 39.8 °C and that vapour pressure, keep containers closed and out of heat and sunlight.
As general knowledge, density falls as temperature rises, so compare values only at the same temperature.
| Property | Reference value and SDS section 9 | TDS (grade supplied) |
|---|---|---|
| Density / SG | Reference 1.325 g/cm³; SDS relative density 1.322 (both at 20 °C) | SG 1.3140-1.3190 at 27 °C |
| Boiling point | Reference 39.6 °C; SDS 39.8 °C | >95% distils 39-40.5 °C |
| Melting point | Reference -97 °C; SDS -96.7 °C | - |
| Water solubility | Reference 13 g/L at 20 °C; SDS about 13 g/L at 25 °C | - |
| Refractive index | Reference 1.4244 at 20 °C | - |
What is MDC used for? Chemicals for six industries
MDC is a fast-evaporating chlorinated solvent used for paint stripping, metal degreasing, pharmaceutical extraction, adhesives and coatings, polyurethane foam blowing, and aerosol formulations. SPC supplies MDC for manufacturers in these industries from Chennai, with dispatch across South India. We are a distributor, not the manufacturer.
Our SDS gives the intended use as industrial solvent: paint stripping, degreasing, pharmaceutical manufacturing, chemical extraction and blowing agent. The use-by-use explanations above are general knowledge of how this solvent is applied, not a performance claim for any particular batch.
- Chemicals for paint stripper and remover manufacturers: MDC is a strong solvent for paint and coating films and is a common base in stripper formulations.
- Chemicals for metal cleaning and degreasing: it dissolves oils and greases and evaporates quickly, which suits cleaning formulations.
- Chemicals for pharmaceutical extraction and process solvent duties: MDC is widely used as an extraction and process solvent. SPC supplies technical grade only; send your specification if you need anything else.
- Chemicals for adhesive and coating manufacturers: used in adhesive and coating formulations.
- Chemicals for polyurethane foam manufacturers: used as a blowing agent in foam production.
- Chemicals for aerosol and specialty formulators: listed among the formulation uses on our product record.
MDC packing and dispatch from Chennai
MDC from SPC is supplied in sealed barrels (drums); our product record lists a 250 kg MS barrel. The Redhills warehouse and Periyamet office are in Chennai, and we dispatch across South India.
- Pack: sealed barrels (drums), as stated on the TDS.
- Pack size listed on our product record: 250 kg MS barrel.
- Warehouse: Redhills, Chennai. Office: Periyamet, Chennai.
- Coverage: dispatch across South India.
- Need a different pack format? Ask in your enquiry and we will confirm what can be supplied.
MDC MSDS, SDS and TDS PDF download
The MDC MSDS (SDS) and TDS are free PDF downloads. The SDS is at /documents/msds/spc-methylene-di-chloride-mdc-msds.pdf and the TDS (SPC-TDS-CHL-001) is at /documents/tds/spc-methylene-di-chloride-mdc-tds.pdf. A batch Certificate of Analysis is supplied with every delivery.
Read the SDS before first receipt and compare each delivery's Certificate of Analysis with the TDS limits on this page.
- Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS, 16 sections): /documents/msds/spc-methylene-di-chloride-mdc-msds.pdf
- Technical Data Sheet SPC-TDS-CHL-001 (12 parameters): /documents/tds/spc-methylene-di-chloride-mdc-tds.pdf
- Batch Certificate of Analysis: supplied with every delivery.
Is MDC flammable? Hazards, storage and handling
MDC is not flammable: it has no flash point and is non-flammable under normal conditions, but it is toxic. It carries the signal word DANGER, is classed Carcinogen Category 1B (H350, may cause cancer), and breaks down on heating to toxic phosgene and hydrogen chloride. For transport it is UN 1593, Class 6.1, Packing Group III.
As general knowledge, the main acute risk with a volatile solvent like MDC is inhalation of vapour, so ventilation matters more than fire precautions. The SDS notes incompatibility with strong oxidisers, strong alkalis, aluminium and aluminium chloride at heat, and active metals such as sodium, potassium and magnesium.
Exposure limits quoted in our SDS: OSHA PEL 25 ppm TWA (construction), ACGIH TLV 50 ppm TWA and EU OEL 100 ppm TWA. The SDS asks you to verify the current Indian national schedule. This summary does not replace the SDS; read the full document before handling.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Signal word | DANGER |
| GHS pictograms | GHS07 (harmful / irritant), GHS08 (health hazard) |
| GHS classification | Acute Tox. 4 (oral, inhalation); Skin Irrit. 2; Eye Irrit. 2; STOT SE 3; Carc. 1B; Repr. 2; Muta. 2; STOT RE 2 |
| Hazard statements | H302, H315, H319, H332, H336, H341, H350, H361, H373 |
| Cancer statement | H350: may cause cancer |
| Flash point | Not applicable (non-flammable under normal conditions) |
| Transport | UN 1593, DICHLOROMETHANE, Class 6.1, PG III |
- Container: steel (SPC's pack is a 250 kg MS barrel). SDS section 7 wording also allows HDPE; confirm container compatibility with your container supplier before use.
- Temperature: store below 35 °C, away from heat and sunlight.
- Security: store locked up (SDS section 7).
- Segregation: keep away from food, feed and oxidisers.
- Ventilation: use closed systems or local exhaust ventilation where vapour can build up.
MDC UN number, hazard class and HSN code
MDC is UN 1593, proper shipping name DICHLOROMETHANE, Class 6.1 Toxic, Packing Group III, and the classification is the same under ADR, IMDG and IATA. The SDS also lists EmS F-A, S-A and ADR tunnel code E, and says MDC is not a marine pollutant.
SPC states no duty or tax rate for MDC on this page. The customs code in the table below is as stated on our TDS; it is provisional, so confirm it on your quotation documents.
| Reference | Detail |
|---|---|
| UN number | 1593 |
| Proper shipping name | DICHLOROMETHANE |
| Hazard class and packing group | Class 6.1 (Toxic), Packing Group III |
| ADR / IMDG / IATA | Same classification under all three |
| Marine pollutant | No |
| EmS (IMDG) | F-A, S-A |
| Tunnel code (ADR) | E |
| HSN code | 2903 12 00 per TDS; provisional, confirm on quotation |
How to get an MDC quote from SPC
Send us the product name, grade or specification, quantity, pack and delivery location, and we quote within 4 working hours. Call or WhatsApp +91 86087 80096. Price is not published; it is quoted on enquiry. A batch Certificate of Analysis is supplied with every delivery.
- Name the product: Methylene Di Chloride (MDC), CAS 75-09-2, technical grade stabilised.
- State the specification you need. If it differs from the TDS limits above, attach it.
- Give the quantity you need and the pack you prefer (sealed barrels).
- Give the delivery location in South India.
- Send it by WhatsApp or the contact page. We quote within 4 working hours.
MDC vs chloroform vs acetone: how they differ
MDC and chloroform are both chlorinated solvents, but MDC boils at a much lower temperature, about 40 °C against about 61 °C for chloroform. Acetone is not chlorinated and is highly flammable, whereas MDC has no flash point. They are different products and are not drop-in substitutes.
This comparison is general chemistry, not an SPC specification, except for the MDC values taken from our SDS. Always check a substitute against your own process and its safety data sheet. MDC is toxic and classed Carc. 1B per our SDS; check the hazards of each product on its own SDS.
| Product | Approx. boiling point | Flammability |
|---|---|---|
| MDC (chlorinated) | ~40 °C (SDS 39.8 °C) | No flash point (SDS) |
| Chloroform (chlorinated) | ~61 °C | Not flammable normally |
| Acetone (ketone) | ~56 °C | Highly flammable |
Figures on this page are drawn from the manufacturer documents and safety data sheets we hold for this product. Content last checked 16 October 2026. Always confirm against the batch Certificate of Analysis supplied with every delivery.
Source Manufacturers
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the full form of MDC, and is it the same as dichloromethane (DCM)?
MDC stands for Methylene Di Chloride, also written methylene dichloride. It is the same compound as dichloromethane (DCM) and methylene chloride, formula CH2Cl2, CAS 75-09-2, EC 200-838-9. Documents may use any of these names, so match on CAS 75-09-2. The transport name on the SDS is DICHLOROMETHANE.
What is the molecular weight of MDC?
The formula of MDC is CH2Cl2 and its molecular weight is about 84.93 g/mol. The weight is general chemistry knowledge rather than an SPC specification. The molecule is one carbon bonded to two hydrogen and two chlorine atoms, which is where the name methylene di chloride comes from.
What is the boiling point of MDC?
MDC boils at about 39.6 °C at normal pressure. Our Safety Data Sheet gives 39.8 °C, and the manufacturer's TDS specifies that more than 95% distils between 39 and 40.5 °C. Vapour pressure in the SDS is about 440 mmHg at 25 °C, so keep containers closed and out of heat.
What is the density of MDC?
The reference density of MDC is 1.325 g/cm³ at 20 °C, and our SDS gives relative density 1.322 at 20 °C. The manufacturer's TDS specifies specific gravity 1.3140 to 1.3190 g/ml at 27 °C, a different temperature, so it is not directly comparable with the 20 °C values.
What is the melting point of MDC?
MDC melts at about -97 °C. Our Safety Data Sheet gives -96.7 °C. The TDS does not specify a melting point.
Is MDC flammable?
No. MDC has no flash point and is non-flammable under normal conditions, but it is toxic: UN 1593, Class 6.1, Packing Group III. When heated it decomposes to toxic phosgene and hydrogen chloride. As general knowledge, the main acute risk is breathing the vapour, so use ventilation and the PPE listed in the SDS.
Is MDC carcinogenic?
Our Safety Data Sheet classifies MDC as Carcinogen Category 1B, hazard statement H350, may cause cancer. It is also classed as a suspected mutagen (H341) and suspected reproductive toxicant (H361). Use closed systems or local exhaust ventilation, follow the SDS exposure limits, and read SDS sections 2 and 8 before handling.
What is the HSN code of MDC?
The HSN code stated on SPC's TDS for MDC is 2903 12 00. SPC treats this code as provisional, so confirm it on your quotation and invoice documents before filing. We do not state a duty or tax rate on this page.
What are the UN number and hazard class of MDC?
MDC is UN 1593, proper shipping name DICHLOROMETHANE, Class 6.1 Toxic, Packing Group III. The classification is the same under ADR, IMDG and IATA, and it is not a marine pollutant. The SDS also lists EmS F-A, S-A and ADR tunnel code E, and asks for a Class 6.1 placard; confirm with your freight forwarder.
Where can I download the MDC MSDS (SDS) and TDS PDF?
Both PDFs are on the MDC product page. The MSDS (SDS) is at /documents/msds/spc-methylene-di-chloride-mdc-msds.pdf and the Technical Data Sheet SPC-TDS-CHL-001 is at /documents/tds/spc-methylene-di-chloride-mdc-tds.pdf.
What are the MDC technical specifications?
The TDS (SPC-TDS-CHL-001) lists 12 parameters: MDC 99.95% min by GC, water 75 ppm max, chloroform 50 ppm max, carbon tetrachloride 4 ppm max, non-volatile matter 10 ppm max, colour 5 Hazen max, free chlorine nil, acidity and alkalinity nil, specific gravity 1.3140 to 1.3190 g/ml at 27 °C, and stabiliser 25 to 40 ppm.
Is a Certificate of Analysis supplied with MDC?
Yes. A batch Certificate of Analysis is supplied with every delivery. The CoA shows what your batch measured, so compare it with the TDS limits.
Which grade of MDC does SPC supply? Is it pharma grade?
SPC supplies Technical Grade MDC, stabilised, 99.95% min by GC. It is not stated as a food or pharmaceutical grade, and SPC states no IP, BP or USP MDC grade. If your process needs a pharmacopoeial or other specification, send it with your enquiry and we will confirm what can be supplied.
Who makes the MDC that SPC supplies?
The manufacturer named on our TDS is TGV SRAAC Limited (Sree Rayalaseema), an integrated chloromethanes producer at Gondiparla, Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. The specification values on our TDS follow that maker's published specification (QSF No. 8.6.4.14). SPC is a distributor, not the manufacturer.
What is MDC (methylene chloride) used for?
MDC is a fast-evaporating chlorinated solvent. It is used in paint stripper and remover formulations, metal cleaning and degreasing, pharmaceutical extraction and process solvent duties, adhesive and coating formulations, polyurethane foam blowing, and aerosol and specialty formulations. SPC supplies it to manufacturers in these industries as a distributor.
How is MDC packed and supplied?
The TDS states sealed barrels (drums). Our product record lists a 250 kg MS barrel. Ask about any other pack format in your enquiry and we will confirm what can be supplied. Dispatch is from Chennai across South India.
How should MDC be stored and handled?
Per the SDS, store MDC below 35 °C, away from heat and sunlight, locked up, and segregated from food, feed and oxidisers. SPC's pack is a steel 250 kg MS barrel; confirm container compatibility with your container supplier before use. Keep it away from strong alkalis, aluminium at heat and active metals. Use closed systems or local exhaust ventilation. Read the SDS before first receipt.
What does the stabiliser in MDC do, and how much is present?
The TDS specifies a stabiliser content of 25 to 40 ppm; the stabiliser is not named, so SPC does not state its identity. As general knowledge, stabilisers are added to chlorinated solvents to limit decomposition during storage. Tell us in your enquiry if your process is sensitive to additives and we will confirm what information is available.
Does MDC dissolve in water?
MDC is only slightly soluble in water, about 13 g/L at 20 °C on our product record and about 13 g/L at 25 °C in the SDS. As general knowledge, it is miscible with most organic solvents, and because it is denser than water, it forms a separate lower layer when mixed with water.
Who supplies MDC in Chennai and South India?
Supreme Petro Chemicals is a Chennai chemical distributor, with its office at Periyamet and warehouse at Redhills. We supply stabilised technical-grade MDC, 99.95% min by GC, and dispatch across South India. Call or WhatsApp +91 86087 80096 and we quote within 4 working hours.
Does SPC publish an MDC price per kg?
No. SPC does not publish a price for MDC. Chemical prices move with the market, so each enquiry is quoted against current market levels. We quote within 4 working hours; the how-to-enquire steps on this page list what to send.
What is the difference between MDC and chloroform?
Both are chlorinated solvents, but they are different compounds. As general knowledge, MDC (CH2Cl2) boils near 40 °C while chloroform (CHCl3) boils near 61 °C. MDC has no flash point per our SDS. They are not drop-in substitutes, so check the process and the safety data sheet of each. Chloroform is also on our site.