Pesticides (chemicals used for killing pests, such as rodents, insects, or plants)
from CDC-ATSDR Toxic Substances Portal
Methylene chloride is predominantly used as a solvent in paint strippers and removers; as a process solvent in the manufacture of drugs, pharmaceuticals, and film coatings; as a metal cleaning and finishing solvent in electronics manufacturing; and as an agent in urethane foam blowing.
Methylene chloride is also used as a propellant in aerosols for products such as paints, automotive products, and insect sprays.
It is used as an extraction solvent for spice oleo resins, hops, and for the removal of caffeine from coffee. However, due to concern over residual solvent, most decaffeinates no longer use methylene chloride.
Methylene chloride is also approved for use as a post harvest fumigant for grains and strawberries and as a decreasing agent for citrus fruit.
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