Chloromethane Group

Specifications

Sr No Characteristics Specification
1 Colour APHA   10.00 max
2 Sp. Gravity (15°C/4°C)       1.332/1.340
3 Purity %     99.90 min
4 Methyl Chloride ppm   20.00 max
5 Chloroform ppm   40.00 max
6 Carbon Tetrachloride ppm   10.00 max
7 Trans 1-2 Dichloroethylene ppm   80.00 max
8 Moisture ppm   200.00 max
9 Free Chlorine ppm   1.00 max
10 Acidity as HCL ppm   1.00 max

Caution : Threshold limit 50 ppm as per ACGIH norms

Applications

  • Manufacturing of Polycarbonates, Phenolics, Rayon yarn
  • Solvent for Cellulose Acetates, Photo-resist, Tablet film coatings
  • Paint & Grease removing agent
  • Fire fighting agent
  • Extractant for Edible fats, Cocoa, Butter and Essences
  • Adhesives for Polymethyl Methacrylate
  • Aerosol Propellant, Refrigerant
  • Chemical reaction media
  • Low temperature heat transfer medium
  • Pharmaceutical Industry – API/Bulk Drugs