Description
Dichloromethane, also known as methylene chloride, is an organic compound with the formula CH2Cl2. It is a colorless, volatile liquid with a sweet aroma. Dichloromethane is widely used as a solvent in various industrial applications, including paint stripping, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and chemical synthesis. It is also utilized as an extraction solvent in the production of caffeine from coffee and tea. However, dichloromethane poses health and environmental risks, and its use is regulated in many countries due to its toxicity and potential for groundwater contamination.