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Methylene Chloride (Technical Grade)

Methylene Chloride (technical grade) is a volatile solvent mainly used in paint stripping, degreasing, and chemical processing. Available in drums for industrial users in Kenya.

Technical Specifications

CAS Number75-09-2
Chemical FormulaCH2Cl2
AppearanceClear, colorless liquid
Packaging200 kg steel drums
StorageStore in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources

Methylene Chloride (Technical Grade) — Specifications, Uses & Availability

Product Overview

Product NameMethylene Chloride (Technical Grade)
CategoryPaints and Coatings
AvailabilityIn Stock — Ready for Dispatch

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About Methylene Chloride (Technical Grade)

Methylene Chloride (technical grade) is a chlorinated solvent valued for its strong dissolving power and moderate evaporation rate. It is widely used in industrial applications such as paint stripping, metal cleaning, and polymer processing. This solvent facilitates effective removal of paints, adhesives, and contaminants without damaging substrates. Handling requires appropriate ventilation and safety measures due to its volatility and potential health effects. In chemical manufacturing, methylene chloride serves as a solvent for extraction processes and intermediates synthesis. Its ability to dissolve a wide range of organic compounds makes it useful in pharmaceutical and specialty chemical production. Procurement of quality technical grade methylene chloride ensures consistent process yields and purity. Finstar Chemicals supplies methylene chloride in secure blue drums, suitable for storage in cool, ventilated warehouses minimizing evaporation and degradation. Distribution covers Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda, with flexible shipment sizes to match production scale. Customers benefit from technical support on safe handling and regulatory compliance. Proper storage and use prevent hazards such as solvent exposure and environmental release. End users in paint manufacturing, metal finishing, and pharmaceuticals rely on methylene chloride’s solvent properties to optimize product quality and throughput. Finstar’s supply chain and quality assurance provide confidence in sourcing this industrial chemical solvent.

External references: PubChem · Wikipedia

Applications

Paint StrippingUsed as a solvent to dissolve and remove paints and coatings effectively without damaging the underlying substrate.
Metal DegreasingEmployed to clean metal parts by dissolving grease, oils, and contaminants prior to surface treatment or assembly.
Pharmaceutical ExtractionActs as a solvent medium in pharmaceutical manufacturing for extracting active ingredients with high purity.
Chemical IntermediateUsed as a reagent or solvent in organic synthesis for producing various chlorinated compounds.

Benefits

High Solvency PowerIts ability to dissolve a wide variety of resins and coatings ensures efficient paint stripping and cleaning processes.
Controlled Evaporation RateAllows adequate working time during application before rapid evaporation minimizes residue.
Compatibility with MetalsDoes not corrode most metals, preserving integrity of metal parts during degreasing operations.
Good Chemical StabilityResists degradation under normal storage, maintaining performance over extended periods.

Features

Technical Grade PurityManufactured to a high specification ensuring consistent solvent strength for industrial applications.
200 kg Drum PackagingStandardized packing facilitates handling with industrial equipment and bulk storage solutions.
Batch DocumentationEach shipment includes a Certificate of Analysis verifying purity and compliance with safety standards.

Industries Served

Paints and CoatingsUsed as a solvent for paint removal and formulation of specialty coatings.
Metal FinishingIntegral in cleaning and preparing metal surfaces before plating or painting.
Pharmaceutical ManufacturingServes as a solvent for extraction and synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates.
Chemical ProcessingFunctions as a solvent and reagent in organic chemical production and formulations.

Methylene Chloride (Technical Grade) is supplied by Finstar to industrial buyers across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Read our chemical safety guides for handling best practices.

Delivery Coverage Across Kenya’s Counties

Finstar is a leading supplier of industrial chemicals across Kenya’s counties. Methylene Chloride (Technical Grade) is dispatched from our Nairobi Industrial Area warehouse to businesses nationwide — including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nakuru counties — plus cross-border delivery to Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Towns we regularly supply include:

NairobiMombasaKisumuNakuruEldoretThikaRuiruKiambuMachakosNaivashaNyeriMeruKerichoKakamegaKitaleMalindiNanyukiAthi RiverVoiKilifi

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