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Safety and Health Topics: Methylene Chloride Methylene chloride, also called dichloromethane, is a volatile, colorless liquid with a chloroform-like odor. Methylene chloride is used in various industrial processes in many different industries including paint stripping, pharmaceutical manufacturing, paint remover manufacturing, metal cleaning and degreasing, and so forth. The most common means of exposure to methylene chloride is inhalation and skin exposure. OSHA considers methylene chloride to be a potential occupational carcinogen. The following questions link to resources that provide safety and health information relevant to methylene chloride in the workplace. What OSHA standards apply? Standards | Preambles | Directives | Interpretations and Compliance Letters How do I recognize methylene chloride hazards? Hazard Recognition How can I evaluate methylene chloride exposure? Exposure Evaluation | OSHA Methods What are some possible solutions for workplace hazards? Possible Solutions Where can I find additional information? Related Safety and Health Topics | Training | Additional Resources   Revised: 18 December 2003		Safety and Health  Topics     Methylene Chloride   OSHA Standards   Hazard Recognition   Exposure Evaluation   Possible Solutions   Additional Information   Credits
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