February 2017
Office of Chemical Safety and
Pollution Prevention
U.S. EPA
Preliminary Information on Manufacturing, Processing,
Distribution, Use, and Disposal:
Methylene Chloride
CASRN: 75-09-2
February 2017
Support document
for Docket EPA-HQ-OPPT-2016-0742
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This document provides a preliminary public summary of available information collected by EPA's
Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics (OPPT) in the Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution
Prevention (OCSPP) on the manufacturing (including importing), processing, distribution in commerce,
use, and disposal of this chemical. This is based on existing data available to EPA, including information
collected under the Chemical Data Reporting rule, Toxics Release Inventory (if available), information
from other Agency databases, other U.S. Government agencies, publicly available information from
states, and a review of published literature. In addition, the document includes information reported
to EPA by producers and users of the chemical in the United States and in other countries.
This preliminary use information and any additional use information received in the docket by March
15, 2017 will inform efforts to develop the scope of the chemical risk evaluation required under section
6(b)(4) of the Toxic Substances Control Act, and will inform any risk management efforts following risk
evaluation.
Mention of trade names in this document does not constitute endorsement by EPA. To verify products
or articles containing this chemical currently in commerce, EPA has identified several examples. Any
lists are provided for informational purposes only. EPA and its employees do not endorse any of the
products or companies.
This document does not contain confidential business information (CBI).
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS	3
CONTACTS	3
MANUFACTURING, PROCESSING AND USE	4
1.	Manufacturing (Including Importing)	4
Manufacturing Process	5
2.	Processing	5
3.	Products and Articles	6
4.	Distribution	17
5.	Use	18
Use at Industrial Sites	18
Commercial Uses	21
Description of Consumer Uses	23
Past and Potential Other Uses	24
6.	Disposal of Waste and Recycling/Recovery	24
USEFUL TYPES OF INFORMATION	25
APPENDIX: SOURCES CONSULTED	26
LIST OF TABLES
Table 1. List of Products and Articles	7
Table 2. Examples of Products Containing Methylene Chloride Available for Purchase by Consumers . 17
Table 3. List of sectors reporting using methylene chloride	18
CONTACTS
Ana Corado, Chemical Control Division, Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics. 202-564-0140,
corado.ana@epa.gov
Ingrid Feustel, Chemical Control Division, Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics. 202-564-3199,
feustel.ingrid@epa.gov
Docket: EPA-HQ-OPPT-2016-0742
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MANUFACTURING, PROCESSING AND USE
1. Manufacturing (Including Importing)
For the 2016 Chemical Data Reporting (CDR) period, data reported indicate there are three
manufacturers, six importers and one manufacturer and importer of methylene chloride in the United
States1,2. Other companies that manufacture or import methylene chloride are confidential business
information (CBI). The total volume (in lbs.) of methylene chloride manufactured (including imported)
in the United States in 2012 was 230,896,388; in 2013: 230,498,027; in 2014: 248,241,495; in 2015:
263,971,494.
For the 2015 Toxics Release Inventory (TRI), 272 facilities reported releases of methylene chloride3. Of
these, 21 facilities reported manufacture in the United States, 8 reported import, 146 reported
processing, and 202 reported other uses (some sites reported in multiple categories)4. A total of
153,707,292 lbs. was reported as released.
1	Manufacturers (including importers) are required to report under CDR if they meet certain production volume thresholds,
generally 25,000 lb or more of a chemical substance at any single site. Reporting is triggered if the annual reporting
threshold is met during any of the calendar years since the last principal reporting year. In general, the reporting threshold
remains 25,000 lb per site. However, a reduced reporting threshold (2,500 lb) now applies to chemical substances subject
to certain TSCA actions, https://www.epa.gov/chemical-data-reporting/how-report-under-chemical-data-reporting
2	Manufacture in the context of CDR means to manufacture, produce, or import for commercial purposes. Manufacture
includes the extraction, for commercial purposes, of a component chemical substance from a previously existing chemical
substance or complex combination of chemical substances. (40 CFR 711.3)
https://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2015-12/documents/cdr fact sheet importers final dec2015 O.pdf
Similarly, the term "manufacture" in the context of TRI means to produce, prepare, compound, or import an EPCRA Section
313 chemical. The term "manufacture" also includes coincidental production of an EPCRA Section 313 chemical (e.g., as a
byproduct or impurity) as a result of the manufacture, processing, otherwise use or disposal of another chemical or mixture
of chemicals, https://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/documents/rv2012rfi.pdf
3	A facility must report to the TRI program if it meets all three of the following criteria: 1) is in a specific industry sector, 2)
employs 10 or more full-time equivalent employees, and 3) manufactures, processes, or otherwise uses a TRI-listed
chemical in quantities above applicable threshold levels for a given chemical in a given year, https://www.epa.gov/toxics-
release-inventorv-tri-program/basics-tri-reporting
4	The term "process" in the context of CDR and TRI means the preparation of a chemical substance or mixture, after its
manufacture, for distribution in commerce—
(A)	in the same form or physical state as, or in a different form or physical state from, that in which it was received by the
person so preparing such substance or mixture, or
(B)	as part of an article containing the chemical substance or mixture.
http://uscode.house.gov/view.xhtml?path=/prelim(5)titlel5/chapter53&edition=prelim
The term "otherwise use" under TRI means any use of an EPCRA Section 313 chemical, including an EPCRA Section 313
chemical contained in a mixture or other trade name product or waste, that is not covered by the terms manufacture or
process. See the definition of "otherwise use" for additional details on applicability of otherwise use with regard to
disposal, stabilization, and treatment for destruction, https://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2016-
01/documents/rv 2015 tri reporting forms and instructions.pdf
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Manufacturing Process
The following manufacturing processes for methylene chloride have been reported:
•	Reaction of hydrogen chloride and methanol result in methyl chloride. Excess methyl chloride
then reacts with added chlorine to produce methylene chloride, chloroform, and carbon
tetrachloride as coproducts. Reactors with different feeds are also used. At low temperature
and high pressure, the reaction is more selective to methylene chloride.
•	Reaction of excess methane with chlorine at high temperatures or under catalytic or photolytic
conditions produces methyl chloride, chloroform and carbon tetrachloride as coproducts.
Temperature and raw material flow rates are used to maximize the production of the product
desired. The liquid chloromethane stream, which contains the methylene chloride and the
coproducts passes through a fractionating column after washing.
Sources:
Holbrook MT; Methylene Chloride. Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry 7th ed. (1999-2014).
NY, NY: John Wiley & Sons. Online Posting Date: August 15, 2003 (From HSBD database).
http://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/sis/search2/r?dbs+hsdb:(5>term+(5>DQCNQ+66
f IT ff	M If M	If	If	If	THITT	THITT
http://webnet.oecd.org/HPV/UI/handler.axd?id=b8ea971c-0c2c-4976-8706-a9a68033daa0
https://cfpub.epa.gov/ncea/iris/iris documents/documents/toxreviews/0070tr.pdf
2. Processing
For the 2016 CDR period, data reported indicate that methylene chloride is processed for the
following:
•	As a reactant (with a function claimed CBI) in the petrochemical manufacturing sector
•	Formulations, mixtures, or reaction products, as a solvent for cleaning or degreasing, in the
following sectors:
o Basic organic chemical manufacturing
o Soap, cleaning compound, and toilet preparation manufacturing
•	Incorporated or used in a non-incorporative activity as a solvent for cleaning or degreasing:
o As a solvent that become part of product formulation or mixture, in:
¦	Paint and coating manufacturing
¦	Other chemical product and preparation manufacturing
o As a chemical processing or manufacturing aid in:
¦	Plastic material and resin manufacturing
¦	All other chemical product and preparation manufacturing
¦	Plastics product manufacturing
¦	Miscellaneous manufacturing
¦	CBI sector
•	Also used in a non-incorporative activity (e.g. as a chemical processing or manufacturing aid) as
a solvent which becomes part of product formulation or mixture in the chemical product and
preparation manufacturing sector
•	Incorporation and used in a non-incorporative activity as a laboratory chemical in:
o Chemical product and preparation manufacturing
o Sectors that are CBI
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•	Incorporation into adhesives and sealant chemicals in the adhesive manufacturing sector
•	Intermediate in pesticide, fertilizer and other agricultural chemical manufacturing
•	Incorporated into formulation, mixture, or reaction product, (however the exact use is not
known or reasonable ascertainable) in the oil and gas drilling, extraction, and support activities
sector
•	A paint additive and coating additive in a sector claimed CBI
•	Repackaging as a solvent that is part of product formulation or mixture (and other CBI
functions), in the chemical product and preparation manufacturing sector
•	Used as non-incorporative activity (e.g. as a chemical processing or manufacturing aid) as a
processing aid, specific to petroleum production in the chemical product and preparation
manufacturing sector, as well as in the following sectors:
o All other basic organic chemical manufacturing
o Plastic material and resin manufacturing
o Pesticide, fertilizer, and other agricultural chemical manufacturing
Methylene chloride is considered a very stable compound, however, small amounts of stabilizer are
usually added during processing of methylene chloride into products. Stabilizers reported include:
cyclohexane, propylene oxide (commercial aerosols & reagent grades). Other reported stabilizers
include 2-methyl-2-butene, ethanol or methanol, and phenol, amines, 4-cresol, hydroquinone, 1-
naphthol, nitromethane + 1,4-dioxane, resorcinol, and thymol.
Sources:
Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology. 4th ed. Volumes 1: New York, NY. John Wiley and
Sons, 1991-Present., p. V5 1044
IARC. Monographs on the Evaluation of the Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals to Humans. Geneva: World
Health Organization, International Agency for Research on Cancer, 1972-PRESENT. (Multivolume work).
Available at: http://monographs.iarc.fr/ENG/Classification/index.php p. V41 45 (1986)
WHO; Environ Health Criteria: Methylene chloride p.15 (1984) http://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-
bin/sis/search2/r?dbs+hsdb:(5)term+(5)DQCNQ+66 (From HSDB database).
3. Products and Articles
Data reported to CDR for the 2016 submission period indicate that methylene chloride is present in the
following products:
•	Cleaning and Furniture Care Products (commercial)
•	Adhesives and sealants (commercial and not known or reasonable ascertainable if commercial
and consumer)
•	Paintings and coatings (commercial and consumer)
•	Metal products not covered elsewhere (commercial)
•	Plastic and rubber products (commercial)
•	Toys, playground and sporting equipment (consumer)
•	Automotive care products (commercial)
•	Lubricants and greases (commercial)
•	Other (commercial)
Other commercial and consumer uses are CBI.
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Results of a search of products and articles containing methylene chloride are in the table below. EPA
has identified the types of products currently in commerce. This list is provided for informational
purposes only. EPA and its employees do not endorse any of the products or companies.
Table 1. List of Products and Articles
Trade name
Use of the product as
described in the SDS or the
company website
% by weight of
chemical
Link to references, SDS or industry
information
Adhesives
HMS
Adhesive, industrial use
40 - 70 trade
secret
http://multimedia.3m.com/mws/mediawebser
ver?mwsld=SSSSSuUn zu8IOOxm8tZOYtSNv70k
17zHvu9lxtD7SSSSSS-
CAMIE 313B
Upholstery
Adhesive
Designed to affix urethane
foam, fabric, metal and
wood
80-90
http://www. camie.com/sites/default/files/msd
s/camie-sds313B.pdf
Closed cell foam
spray adhesive DP
2595
Industrial contact insulation
adhesive. Formulated for
adhering closed cell foam
and higher density insulation
40-50
http://designpolv.com/wp-
content/uploads/ADHESIVE/DP2595/DP-2595-
SDS.pdf
Duct liner spray
adhesive DP 2590
Pressure sensitive fiberglass
duct liner insulation
adhesives
30-60
http://designpolv.com/wp-
content/uploads/ADHESIVE/2590/DP-2590-
SDS.pdf
GP1-40BL Adhesive/
DIV01001
Adhesive - consumer
product
45-55
http://media.diversitech.com/doc/DOC32371.
pdf
Quick-Stick™
(cylinder)
For bonding insulation or
other materials to smooth,
nonporous surfaces
40-70
http://ductmate.com/cmp-
media/MSDS/auickstick sds 08-15.pdf
Elgen AE-77
For bonding fiberglass duct
liner to metal ductwork.
Aerosol spray system
40-70
http://www.elgenmfg.com/uploaded/files/msd
s/sds AE77.pdf?direct=l
STA'-PUT 1535
Contact Adhesive

55-75
http://itwstaput.com/wp-
content/uploads/bsk-pdf-manager/119 A-
1535 STA-
PUT 1535 CONTACT ADHESIVE.PDF
STA'-PUT S100
Contact Adhesive

55-75
http://itwstaput.com/wp-
content/uploads/bsk-pdf-
manager/128 3210M STA-
PUT S100 CONTACT ADHESIVE.PDF
STA'-PUT S120
Contact Adhesive

75-90
http://itwstaput.com/wp-
content/uploads/bsk-pdf-
manager/129 2849M STA-
PUT S120 CONTACT ADHESIVE.PDF
STA'-PUT S170/S171
Contact Adhesive

45-70
http://itwstaput.com/wp-
content/uploads/bsk-pdf-
manager/134 CA398 STA-PUT S170-
S171 CONTACT ADHESIVE.PDF
STA'-PUT S200
Aerosol Adhesive

45-70
http://itwstaput.com/wp-
content/uploads/bsk-pdf-manager/135 JSP-
0290 AEROSOL STA-
PUT S200 AEROSOL ADHESIVE.PDF
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Trade name
Use of the product as
described in the SDS or the
company website
% by weight of
chemical
Link to references, SDS or industry
information
STA'-PUT SPH
Contact Adhesive

65-80
http://itwstaput.com/wp-
content/uploads/bsk-pdf-
manager/151 SPH STA-
PUT SPH CONTACT ADHESIVE.PDF
STA'-PUT SPHS
Canister Adhesive

55-75
http://itwstaput.com/wp-
content/uploads/bsk-pdf-
manager/152 SPHS STA-
PUT SPHS CANISTER ADHESIVE.PDF
STA'-PUT SPM
Aerosol Adhesive

45-70
http://itwstaput.com/wp-
content/uploads/bsk-pdf-manager/153 70-
GP1 AEROSOL STA-
PUT SPM AEROSOL ADHESIVE.PDF
EverStrong ES30
Contact Adhesive -
Aerosol and
Canister
Industrial adhesive
applications
40-50
http://www.newstaradhesivesusa.com/wp-
content/themes/bizniz/pdfs/SDS/ES30 SDS.pdf

EverStrong ES35
Contact Adhesive -
Aerosol & Canister
Industrial adhesive
applications
60-70
http://www.newstaradhesivesusa.com/wp-
content/themes/bizniz/pdfs/SDS/ES35 SDS.pdf

EverStrong ES130
Contact Adhesive -
Air Assist Canister
Industrial adhesive
applications
80 -100
http://www.newstaradhesivesusa.com/wp-
content/themes/bizniz/pdfs/SDS/ES130 SDS v
l.pdf
EverStrong ES800
Contact Adhesive -
Bulk
Industrial adhesive
applications
65-80
http://www.newstaradhesivesusa.com/wp-
content/themes/bizniz/pdfs/SDS/ES800 SDS.p
df
Tensorgrip A20
Plasticizer Resistant
Crosslinking Contact
Adhesive
Formulated to bond many
commonly used substrates
found within the aerospace
industry i.e. vinyl, rubber,
leathers and plastics
30-60
http://www.tensorglobal.com/uploads/produc
ts/A20%20SDS.pdf
Tensorgrip A40N
Non-Flam Low
Profile Contact
Adhesive
Formulated for bonding
aircraft synthetic leather (i.e.
ultra leather) and thin
fabrics
60 -100
http://www.tensorglobal.com/uploads/produc
ts/A40N%20SDS.pdf
Tensorgrip F30N
Non-Flam Pressure
Sensitive Foam &
Fabric Adhesive
For temporary or permanent
bonds especially for porous
to non-porous substrates
60 -100
http://www.tensorglobal.com/uploads/produc
ts/F30N%20SDS.pdf
Tensorgrip F70N
Non-Flam Agressive
Pressure Sensitive
Adhesive
Spray adhesive for foam and
upholstery
60 -100
http://www.tensorglobal.com/uploads/produc
ts/F70N%20SDS.pdf
Tensorgrip H20N
Non-Flam Duct Liner
Adhesive
Formulated to bond
insulation inside and to the
exterior of ductwork
60 -100
http://www.tensorglobal.com/uploads/produc
ts/H20N%20S DS.pdf
Tensorgrip L10AA
High Temp Contact
Adhesive
Formulated for bonding
laminate on porous
materials
30-60
http://www.tensorglobal.com/uploads/produc
ts/L10%20AA%20SDS.pdf
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Trade name
Use of the product as
described in the SDS or the
company website
% by weight of
chemical
Link to references, SDS or industry
information
Tensorgrip LION
Non-Flam High
Temp Contact
Adhesive
Formulated for bonding
decorative high pressure
laminate
60 -100
http://www.tensorglobal.com/uploads/produc
ts/L10N%20S DS.pdf
Tensorgrip L12-AA
Aggressive High
Profile Contact
Adhesive
For bonding to sheet timber,
metal and some hard
plastics
30-60
http://www.tensorglobal.com/uploads/produc
ts/L12-AA%20SDS.pdf
Tensorgrip L71
Plasticizer Resistant
Crosslinking Contact
Adhesive
Formulated for bonding
vinyl, rubber and plastics
30-60
http://www.tensorglobal.com/uploads/produc
ts/L71%20SDS.pdf
Tensorgrip L72N
Formulated for bonding
vinyl, rubber and plastics
30-60
http://www.tensorglobal.com/uploads/produc
ts/L72N%20S DS.pdf
Tensorgrip M80AA
High Temp Contact
Adhesive
Multi-purpose marine
adhesive for interior boat
outfitting
30-80
http://www.tensorglobal.com/uploads/produc
ts/M80%20AA%20SDS.pdf
Tensorgrip M80N
Spray contact adhesive
formulated for marine
applications and interior
boat outfitting, bonds with a
variety of materials
60 -100
http://www.tensorglobal.com/uploads/produc
ts/M80N%20S DS.pdf
Tensorgrip P300AA
High Temp General
Purpose Contact
Adhesive
General purpose contact
adhesive with high
temperature resistance
30-60
http://www.tensorglobal.com/uploads/produc
ts/P300%20AA%20SDS.pdf
Tensorgrip P302
Non-Flam High
Temp Contact
Adhesive
For foam, insulation, and
laminate
60 -100
http://www.tensorglobal.com/uploads/produc
ts/P302%20S DS.pdf
Tensorgrip P305
Non-Flam Pressure
Sensitive Adhesive
Pressure-sensitive adhesive
30-60
http://www.tensorglobal.com/uploads/produc
ts/P305%20S DS.pdf
Tensorgrip P309
Non-Flam Pressure-
Sensitive Adhesive
Pressure-sensitive adhesive
60 -100
http://www.tensorglobal.com/uploads/produc
ts/P309%20S DS.pdf
Tensorgrip P310AA
Pressure Sensitive
Adhesive
High solids, pressure
sensitive adhesive
30-60
http://www.tensorglobal.com/uploads/produc
ts/P310AA%20SDS.pdf
Tensorgrip P311
Non-Flam Pressure
Sensitive Adhesive
Medium pressure-sensitive
adhesive. For temporary or
low-stress permanent bonds
60 -100
http://www.tensorglobal.com/uploads/produc
ts/P311%20S DS.pdf
Tensorgrip P801
Plasticizer Resistant
Crosslinking Contact
Adhesive
Formulated for bonding
vinyl, plastics and other
substrates susceptible
to plasticizer migration
30-60
http://www.tensorglobal.com/uploads/produc
ts/P801%20S DS.pdf
Tensorgrip P807
Snowflake Single-
Sided Crosslinking
Contact Adhesive
Formulated to bond vinyl
and rubber without causing
plasticizer migration
30-60
http://www.tensorglobal.com/uploads/produc
ts/P807%20S DS.pdf
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Trade name
Use of the product as
described in the SDS or the
company website
% by weight of
chemical
Link to references, SDS or industry
information
UT-R20 Hardener
Adhesive/cement hardener
60-75
http://rematiptop.com/technical/ind/msds/RT
T-IND-012%20Rev.%204%20(UT-
R20%20Hardener)%20012914AOM.pdf
Parabond M-363
Seam Sealer
Adhesive
50 -100
http://www.rovaladhesives.com/Files/Parabon
d/Parabond M-
363 Seam Sealer USA MSDS.pdf
SCIGRIP® 3 Solvent
Cement for Acrylic
Solvent cement for bonding
acrylics
75-90
http://www.scigrip.msdss.com/DocumentCent
er.aspx?did=da510bbc-b805-4cf9-8fea-
331117aaa49b
SCIGRIP® 4 Solvent
Cement for Acrylic
Solvent cement for bonding
acrylics
30-60
http://www.scigrip.msdss.com/DocumentCent
er.aspx?did=f0fb26c6-c00e-4f79-ab3c-
d3967e35e2d8
Automotive care products
IDQ ACP-100
Professional formula
refrigerant (20 oz)
<1
http://acprocold.com/wp-
content/uploads/2014/03/ACP-100-2015-
05.pdf
IDQ ACP-101
Professional formula R-134a
refrigerant (14oz)
<1
http://acprocold.com/wp-
content/uploads/2014/03/ACP-101-2015-
05.pdf
IDQ ACP-102
Professional formula R-134a
refrigerant
< 1
http://acprocold.com/wp-
content/uploads/2014/03/ACP-102-2015-
05.pdf
IDQ ACP-102CA
Professional formula
refrigerant refill - California
(12 oz)
< 1
http://acprocold.com/wp-
content/uploads/2014/03/ACP-102CA-2015-
06.pdf
IDQ ACP-105
A/C Pro® refrigerant with
stop leak
<1
http://acprocold.com/wp-
content/uploads/2014/03/ACP-105-2015-
05.pdf
IDQ ACP-110
For cars that were
manufactured with R-12
(freon).
<1
http://acprocold.com/wp-
content/uploads/2014/03/ACP-110-2016-
03.pdf
IDQ ACP-307

<1
http://acprocold.com/wp-
content/uploads/2014/03/ACP-307-2015-
ll.pdf
A/C Pro®
Rejuvenator A/C
System Treatment
A/C system treatment for
older vehicles
<3
http://acprocold.com/wp-
content/uploads/2014/03/A-C-Pro-
Reiuvenator-AC-Svstem-Treatment-2015-
09.pdf
IDQ MRL-3
R-134a A/C leak sealer kit -
metal and rubber
<1
http://acprocold.com/wp-
content/uploads/2016/07/M RL-3-2015-06.pdf
Carb Medic
Carburetor Cleaner
(Gunk Carburetor
Parts Cleaner
chlorinated)
Carburetor cleaner
60 - <70
http://www.rscbrands.com/products/msds/M4
814.pdf
Reference https://hpd.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-
bin/household/search?auervx=75-09-
2&tbl=TblChemicals&prodcat=all
Gunk Brake Parts
Cleaner -chlorinated
Brake cleaner
40 - <50
http://www.rscbrands.com/products/msds/M7
20.pdf
Reference https://hpd.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-
bin/household/search?auervx=75-09-
2&tbl=TblChemicals&prodcat=all
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Trade name
Use of the product as
described in the SDS or the
company website
% by weight of
chemical
Link to references, SDS or industry
information
Gunk Carburetor
Parts Cleaner
chlorinated
Carburetor cleaner
20 - <30
http://www. rscbrands.com/Droducts/msds/M4
814H.pdf
Reference https://hlpd.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-
bin/household/search?auervx=75-09-
2&tbl=TblChemicals&prodcat=all
719 Gasket
Remover
Remover
60-80
http://www.spraywayinc.com/sites/all/themes
/theme687/msds/sw719.pdf
Reference https://hpd.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-
bin/household/search?auervx=75-09-
2&tbl=TblChemicals&prodcat=all
Carbon remover
Carbon Off
Carbon remover
40-70
http://www.auestspecialtv.com/sds/10619 SD
S QS.pdf
Cleaners
AlbaChem®
Superkleen®
S.P.I.F.®
Spot cleaning of apparel and
textiles
85-95
http://albatross-usa.com/MSDS/1070.pdf

Cal-Blast™ (4132-
20)
Coil cleaner
60 -100
http://www.nucalgon.com/assets/SDS/English/
4132-20 SDS ENG.pdf
Cooley Magic
(Eradicating Fluid)
Cleaner
>60
https://www.trivantage.com/itemfiles/pdfs/ms
ds/Eradicating Fluid MSDS.pdf
Zep Formula 300
For cleaning electric motors,
generators, switches, office
machinery, process and
production equipment and
machinery, tools,
automotive electrical
components, PC boards, and
other water-sensitive
damaged parts
>=10 - < 20
https://sds.zepinc.com/ehswww/zep/result/dir
ect link.isp?P LANGU=E&P SYS=2&P SSN=113
37&C001=MSDS&C002=US&C003=E&C013=11
1385&C123=SDS*
Developer
JAD Developer -
Aerosol
Liquid developer for use
with red and fluorescent
penetrants. Usually applied
by aerosol or using a
compressed airgun to give
thin and uniform coverage
before being given adequate
time to develop.
70-90
http://www.iohnsonandallen.co.uk/media/files
/SDS JAD-DEVELOPER-AEROSOL 201216.pdf
Insulation
Surround
Cold pipe insulation
30-60
http://auestspecialtv.com/sds/5880 SDS QSup
dated%20to%20Surround.pdf
No Sweat
Cold pipe insulation
30-60
https://www.winzerusa.com/ecat/msds/891 7
310 7.pdf
Lithographic
V-1106 Rejuvenator
Plus
Lithographic printing cleaner
44.95
http://www.gwicompanv.com/MSDS/Varn/V-
1106%20Reiuvenator%20Plus.pdf
http://www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/hesis/Docu
ments/litholRTA.pdf
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Trade name
Use of the product as
described in the SDS or the
company website
% by weight of
chemical
Link to references, SDS or industry
information
Blanket & Roller
Wash V-133
Lithographic
15.02
http://printingrollers-
Darts.com/Ddf/msds/Varn/VarnMSDS.Ddf (oage
42)
Copper Plating
Solution
Lithographic
9.94
httD://Drintingrollers-
Darts.com/Ddf/msds/Varn/VarnMSDS.Ddf (oage
68)
Duplicator Wash
Lithographic
23.34
httD://Drintingrollers-
Darts.com/Ddf/msds/Varn/VarnMSDS.Ddf (oage
86)
V-1106 Rejuvenator
Plus
Lithographic
44.95
httD://Drintingrollers-
Darts.com/Ddf/msds/Varn/VarnMSDS.Ddf (oage
522)
V-1910 Wash Oxd
Lithographic
10.72
httD://Drintingrollers-
Darts.com/Ddf/msds/Varn/VarnMSDS.Ddf (oage
525)
Varn Swell
Lithographic
88.5
httD://Drintingrollers-
Darts.com/Ddf/msds/Varn/VarnMSDS.Ddf (oage
549)
Laboratory use
Pesticide Analyzer
Internal Standard
Part 5190-0472
GC/MS
>90
httD://www.agilent.com/cs/librarv/msds/5190-
0472 NAEnglish.odf
5275, H572, H570,
H485, H077, 4884,
4883, 4881, 4879
Laboratory, research, or
manufacturing use
99 -100
httos://www.a vantormaterials.com/Document
s/MSDS/USA/SAP/SDS000001398 US EN.PDF
Composite
Unleaded Gasoline
Solution
For laboratory use only
90 -100
htto://cdn. chemservice.com/Droduct/msdsnew
/External/English/S-
CSRG0606°/o20English0/o20SDS%20US.Ddf
Lubricant
Fehr Multi-Purpose
Lube (Blue)
L6970 Door and operator
multi-purpose lubricant
30-60
httD://www.fehr.com/img/Droduct/descriDtion
/SDS Fehr°/o20Brothers0/o20MP%20L6970.Ddf
Kleenwell
Lubricant
60 -100
httD://lasswell.com/kleenwell-safetv-data-
sheet
MoliGuard
Dry film lubricant containing
molybdenum disulfide.
60 -100
httD://auestsoecialtv. auestvaoco.com/sds/544
0-5441-5449 SDS QS.Ddf
Lubri Dry A
Dry lubricant. Contains
colloidal molybdenum
disulfide. Adheres to all
metals, most plastics, glass
and rubber and provides
lubrication (aerosol)
60 -100
htto://www.suDercoDroducts.com/SDS/SDS-
LUBRI-DRY-A.odf
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Trade name
Use of the product as
described in the SDS or the
company website
% by weight of
chemical
Link to references, SDS or industry
information
Novelty articles (toys, gifts, etc.)
Red Retro Happy
Dippy Drinking Bird

unknown
https://www.amazon.com/Retro-Happv-
Dippv-Drinking-
Bird/dp/B00GYCI2PI/ref=pd cp 21 4? enc
oding=UTF8&pd rd i=B00GYCI2PI&pd rd
r=QQEDQB63YG7MFVARFZP5&pd rd w=V
Odds&pd rd wg=vSCR7&psc=l&refRID=Q
QEDQB63YG7MFVARFZP5
https://www.amazon.com/Famous-Luckv-
Drinking-Bird-
Maeic/dp/B00L9ICV8Q/ref=sr 1 216?ie=U
TF8&aid=1484589250&sr=8-
216&kevwords=methvlene+chloride
https://www.amazon.com/Famous-Luckv-
Drinking-Bird-
Magic/dp/B00L9ICV8Q/ref=sr 1 216?ie=U
TF8&aid=1484589250&sr=8-
216&kevwords=methvlene+chloride
Paint and adhesive removers*
BIX Stripper
Paint remover
15-25
http://www. ilrc.ucf.edu/documents/ILRC%200
0000263/MSDS%2000000263.pdf
Reference http://www.willmarmn.gov/tips-
removing-graffiti
Husky 1229
Vandalism Mark &
Stain Remover
Graffiti remover
40-60
http://canberracorp.com/sites/files/msds/husk
v 1229 vndlsm stn rmvr.pdf

Vandalism Mark &
Stain Remover
Cleaner
40-60
http://www.clairemfg.com/sites/all/themes/th
eme623/msds/c870.pdf
Reference https://hpd.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-
bin/household/search?auervx=75-09-
2&tbl=TblChemicals&prodcat=all
Crown Handi-Strip -
Semi paste
Remover
35-45
https://web.chempliance.com/MSDS/OpenDoc
,ashx?DoclD=32210
Crown Handi-Strip
Liquid
Remover
45-55
https://web.chempliance.com/MSDS/OpenDoc
,ashx?DoclD=35691
Crown Tuff-Strip
Semi-Paste
Remover
Remover
65-75
https://web.chempliance.com/MSDS/OpenDoc
,ashx?DoclD=32256
Crown Solu-Strip
Adhesive Remover
Adhesive remover
85-95
https://web.chempliance.com/MSDS/OpenDoc
,ashx?DoclD=38254
Ruthless
Paint and varnish remover
40-70
http://auestspecialtv.auestvapco.com/sds/558
0 SDS QS.pdf
5F5
Paint remover
65-70
http://www.savogran.com/removers.html
Reference https://hpd.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-
bin/household/search?aueryx=75-09-
2&tbl=TblChemicals&prodcat=all
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Trade name
Use of the product as
described in the SDS or the
company website
% by weight of
chemical
Link to references, SDS or industry
information
Liquid Kutzit®
Liquid paint remover
20-25
http://www.savogran.com/Ddfs/Kutzit MS.pdf
Reference https://hpd.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-
bin/household/search?auervx=75-09-
2&tbl=TblChemicals&prodcat=all
Strypeeze Original®
Semi-paste paint remover
25-30
http://www.savogran.com/pdfs/Strvpeeze Org
inal MS.pdf
Reference https://hpd.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-
bin/household/search?queryx=75-09-
2&tbl=TblChemicals&prodcat=all
Superstrip®
Liquid paint remover
80-85
http://www.savogran.com/pdfs/SuperStrip MS
.pdf
Reference https://hpd.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-
bin/household/search?auervx=75-09-
2&tbl=TblChemicals&prodcat=all
39913 Urethane
Bumper Stripper
Safely removes refinish
materials from flexible parts.
70 -100
https://www.semproducts.com/manage/html/
public/content/msds/39913%20Urethane%20B
umper%20StripperUSA.pdf
XXX Bumper
Stripper or
77713 Urethane
Bumper Stripper
Aerosol material designed to
remove refinish materials
from flexible parts
70 -100
https://www.semproducts.com/manage/html/
public/content/msds/77713%20Urethane%20B
umper%20StripperUSA.pdf
SP615 - Heavy Duty
Paint Remover (with
methylene chloride)
-Aerosol
Paint remover
62.04
http://www.paintdocs.com/docs/webPDF.isp7S
ITEID=SO&doctype=SDS&prodno=S00615000&l
ang=2
WL541-Dry Weld
spatter Protectant
(with methylene
chloride) - Aerosol

89.4
http://www.paintdocs.com/docs/webPDF.isp7S
ITEID=SO&doctvpe=SDS&prodno=S00541000&l
ang=2
WL542 - Wet Weld
Spatter Protectant
(with methylene
chloride) - aerosol

94.4
http://www.paintdocs.com/docs/webPDF.isp7S
ITEID=SO&doctype=SDS&prodno=S00542000&l
ang=2
Zar Paint and
Varnish Remover
Paint or varnish remover
60 -100
http://cleaningandmaintenance.ugl.com/wp-
content/uploads/2015/06/Zar-Paint-and-
Varnish-Remover-SDS.pdf
Goof Off All Purpose
Paint Stripper
Paint/varnish remover
30-40
http://www.goofoffproducts.eom//uploads/ge
neral/FG763 SDS-105.32E.pdf
Goof Off Liquid
Stripper
Paint/varnish remover
60 -100
http://www.goofoffproducts.eom//uploads/ge
neral/FG767 SDS-31051.7BE.pdf
Goof Off Pro Paint
Stripper Aerosol
Paint/varnish remover
70-95
http://www.goofoffproducts.eom//uploads/ge
neral/FG764 SDS-4100B.lF.pdf
Jasco / Bix Varnish
& Stain Remover
Paint/varnish remover
25-40
http://www.iasco-
help.com/uploads/documents/GJBV00103 SDS
-104.2.pdf
Jasco Spray On
Stripper
Paint/varnish remover
25-40
http://www.iasco-
help.com/uploads/documents/GJBS00213 SDS
-31053.1.pdf
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Trade name
Use of the product as
described in the SDS or the
company website
% by weight of
chemical
Link to references, SDS or industry
information
Klean Strip Adhesive
Remover / Klean
Strip Premium
Stripper
(Goof Off Pro Paint
Stripper /Goof Off
Adhesive Remover)
(GO Semi-Paste Pro
Stripper, GO Pro
Strength Adhesive
Remover)
(Jasco Premium
Paint & Epoxy
Remover)
Removal of adhesives,
mastics and contact cement
from wood, concrete, metal
and masonry
60 -100
http://www. kleanstriD.com/uDloads/document
s/GKAS94326 SDS-4015.34.Ddf
httD://www.goofoffDroducts.com//uDloads/ge
neral/FG761 SDS-4015.34F.Ddf
htto://www.iasco-
helD.com/uDloads/documents/GJBP00203 SDS
-4015.34E.Ddf
Klean Strip Aircraft
Low Odor Paint
Remover
Paint/varnish remover
80-90
httD://www.wmbarr.com/msds.asDX?catid=16

Klean Strip Aircraft
Paint Remover (also
in aerosol)
Remove a wide range of
finishes from the metal
surfaces of automobiles,
trucks and cycles
60 -100
htto://www. kleanstriD.com/uoloads/document
S/GAR343 SDS-3404.18.Ddf
Klean Strip Aircraft
Paint Remover for
Flexible Plastic
Strips paint from flexible
automotive parts
60 -100
httD://www.wmbarr.com/msds.asDX?catid=16

Klean Strip Brush
Cleaner (Jasco Brush
Cleaner)
Clean up of natural and
synthetic paint brushes
<1
htto://www. kleanstriD.com/uoloads/document
S/GBC12 SDS-805.18.Ddf
htto://www.iasco-
helD.com/uDloads/documents/GJBC200 SDS-
805.18D.Ddf
Klean Strip Color
Change Stripper

40-60
htto://www. kleanstriD.com/uoloads/document
S/GKCC00326 SDS-4014.9.Ddf
Klean Strip
Fiberglass Paint
Remover
Paint/varnish remover
10-30
httD://www.wmbarr.com/msds.asDX?catid=16

Klean Strip Klean
Kutter
Strips varnish, lacquer,
shellac and polyurethane
from all types of wood
25-35
htto://www. kleanstriD.com/uoloads/document
S/QKK5.1 SDS-130.3.Ddf
Klean Strip Naked
Gun Spray Gun
Paint Remover
Spray gun cleaning
30-60
htto://www. kleanstriD.com/uoloads/document
s/GSG14 SDS-35M.8.Ddf
Klean Strip Peeler
Basecoat and clearcoat
remover
60 -100
httD://www. kleanstriD.com/uDloads/document
s/EFS459 SDS-A223B.l.Ddf
Klean Strip Premium
Sprayable Stripper
Paint/varnish remover
60 -100
htto://www. kleanstriD.com/uoloads/document
s/GKS221 SDS-31051.7B.Ddf
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Trade name
Use of the product as
described in the SDS or the
company website
% by weight of
chemical
Link to references, SDS or industry
information
Klean Strip Premium
Stripper (aerosol)
(Goof Off Pro Paint
Stripper Aerosol)
(Jasco Premium
Paint & Epoxy
Remover Aerosol)
Paint/varnish remover
70-95
http://www. kleanstriD.com/uDloads/document
s/ESR72 SDS-4100B.l.Ddf
httD://www.goofoffDroducts.com//uDloads/ge
neral/FG764 SDS-4100B.lF.Ddf
htto://www.iasco-
helD.com/uDloads/documents/EJBP00206 SDS-
4100B.lE.Ddf
Klean Strip X
Stripper
Paint remover
30-40
htto://www. kleanstriD.com/uoloads/document
s/GSX6 SDS-105.32.Ddf
Reference httDs://hDd.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-
bin/household/search?auervx=75-09-
2&tbl=TblChemicals&Drodcat=all
KWIK Liquid No
Wash
Paint/varnish remover
20-30
httD://www.wmbarr.com/msds.asDX?catid=15

KWIK Marine Paint
& Varnish Remover
Removes tough finishes,
marine paints, and marine
varnishes
60 -100
httD://www.wmbarr.com/msds.asDX?catid=15
Sealant
Universal Blue
Can be used to replace a
traditional gasket or to
"dress" it to significantly
improve the performance of
the gasket
25-65
httD://hvlomar.com/warrick/wD-
content/uDloads/2013/10/Universal-
BlueAerograde-PL32—Light-Medium-and-
Heaw-Grades-SDS US-English.Ddf
101MA Copper
Spray-A-Gasket 9 OZ
Metallic copper sealant. Fills
minor surface irregularities.
Resists automotive fluids,
especially gasoline
10-30
httos://www. Dermatex.com/wD-
content/uoloads/tech docs/sds/01 USA-
English/80697.Ddf
Solvents
Blowout
Super compressed gas and
solvent for evaporators
60 -100
httD://www.vaDCODroducts.com/sds/BLO-SDS-
Blowout-Aerosol.odf
Welding
Nozzle Kleen #2
Aerosol
Anti-spatter aerosol
>90
httD://www.weldaid.com/docs/7022-
Nozzle Kleen Aerosol(2014).Ddf
Radnor Solvent
Based Anti-Spatter
(Bulk)
Anti-spatter prevents/limits
spatter build-up and
adhesion
>90
httD://www.airgas.com/msds/004118.Ddf
Note:
* In January 2017, EPA proposed prohibitions on the use of methylene chloride in commercial and
consumer paint and coating removal (82 FR 7464).
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4. Distribution
Based on information reported to TRI for 2015, eight facilities manufacture methylene chloride for sale
or distribution. Based on information reported to CDR for 2016, there are four facilities manufacturing
methylene chloride for wholesale and retail trade.
Some of the products listed above are also available for purchase on line or at retailers. The table
below provides some examples of the distributors of the products available. This list is provided for
informational purposes only. EPA and its employees do not endorse any of the products or companies.
Table 2. Examples of Products Containing Methylene Chloride Available for Purchase by Consumers
Products
Description and price
References
CAMIE 313B
Upholstery adhesive
1 gal ($32.86)
https://kravden.com/buv/manufacturers/camie/camie-313-b-
red-gallon-ca313bglrd.html
Universal Blue
3.5 oz ($31),
12.5 oz ($59.50)
http://www.hvlomarsealant.com/ resources/ html/order.html

101MA Copper
Spray-A-Gasket
12 oz ($8.49)
http://www.autozone.com/sealants-glues-adhesives-and-
tape/gasket-sealant/permatex-9-oz-aerosol-can-copper-sprav-
a-gasket-hi-temp-adhesive-sealant/520940 0 0/
Cal-Blast™ (4132-
20)
20 oz spray ($19.80, $17.18)
https://www.mccombssupplv.com/4132-20-nu-calgon-cal-
blast-condenser-air-conditioner-coil-cleaner-20-oz-spray/
https://www.bakerdist.com/nu-calgon-4132-20-cal-blast-
aerosol-nu413220-14932
(Discontinued in 2012: http://www.supplvhouse.com/Nu-
Calgon-4132-20-Cal-Blast-Aerosol-Can-20-oz)
Radnor
Solvent based anti-spatter (Bulk)
1 gallon ($34.35)
http://www.airgas.com/product/Welding-Products/Welding-
Support-Eauipment/Chemicals—Spatters-%26-
Gels/p/RAD64000104
Gunk Carburetor
Parts Cleaner
Chlorinated
19 oz ($6.00),
12.5 oz ($3.98) and
6 oz ($4.22)
http://www.gunk.com/products/cat det.asp
http://www.gunk.com/products/cat det.asp
Gunk Brake Parts
Cleaner
Chlorinated
19 oz ($4.72)
http://www.gunk.com/products/cat det.asp
39913 Urethane
Bumper Stripper
17 oz ($14.71, $18.22, $23.75)
https://www.amazon.com/SEM-39913-Urethane-Bumper-
Stripper/dp/BOOOIlNWGA
XXX Bumper
Stripper
12 oz ($8.33)
https://www.amazon.com/SEM-77713-XXX-Bumper-
Stripper/dp/B003TQH91A
Vandalism Mark &
Stain Remover
20 oz can
http://clairemfg.com/content/vandalism-mark-stain-remover
SP615 - Heavy Duty
Paint Remover
With methylene chloride -
aerosol
http://www.spravon.com/product-categories/industrial-
specialtv-products/heaw-dutv-paint-remover-with-methvlene-
chloride-aerosol-sp615
Zar Paint and
Varnish Remover

http://cleaningandmaintenance.ugl.com/7page id=12#/zar-
paint-and-varnish-remover
Nozzle Kleen #2
Aerosol
16 oz ($8.54)
https://www.grainger.com/product/WELD-AID-Nozzle-Kleen-2-
Aerosol-Spray-24A407
Zep Formula 300
1 case of 4 gallons ($178.29)
https://associatedfuelsvstems.com/product/zep-formula-300-
lcase/
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5. Use
Use at Industrial Sites
Data submitted to CDR for the 2016 reporting period include the following uses of methylene chloride
at industrial sites:
•	Asareactant
•	Incorporated into formulation, mixture, or reaction product
•	Repackaging
•	Used as non-incorporative activity (e.g. as a chemical processing or manufacturing aid)
Data submitted to CDR for the 2016 reporting period and TRI for the 2015 reporting period include the
sectors listed in Table 3 as using methylene chloride.
Table 3. List of sectors reporting using methylene chloride
NAICS
Code
NAICS Title
Rational for inclusion of NAICS
211 and
213
Oil and Gas Drilling, Extraction, and Support Activities
2016 CDR reporting
212393
Other Chemical and Fertilizer Mineral Mining
2015 TRI reporting
221112
Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation
2015 TRI reporting
313320
Fabric Coating Mills
2015 TRI reporting
322110
Pulp Mills
2015 TRI reporting
324191
Petroleum Lubricating Oil and Grease Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
325110
Petrochemical Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
325120
Industrial Gas Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
32518
All Other Basic Inorganic Chemical Manufacturing
2016 CDR reporting
2015 TRI reporting
32519
All Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing
2016 CDR reporting
325193
Ethyl Alcohol Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
325194
Cyclic Crude, Intermediate, and Gum and Wood Chemical
Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
325199
All Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
325211
Plastic Material and Resin Manufacturing
2016 CDR reporting
325220
Artificial and Synthetic Fibers and Filaments Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
3253
Pesticide, Fertilizer, and Other Agricultural Chemical
Manufacturing
2016 CDR reporting
325320
Pesticide and Other Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
3254
Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing
2016 CDR reporting
325411
Medicinal and Botanical Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
325412
Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
325413
In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
32551
Paint and Coating Manufacturing
2016 CDR reporting
2015 TRI reporting
325211
Plastics material and resin manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
32552
Adhesive Manufacturing
2016 CDR reporting
2015 TRI reporting
3256
Soap, Cleaning Compound, and Toilet Preparation
Manufacturing
2016 CDR reporting
325611
Soap and Other Detergent Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
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NAICS
NAICS Title
Rational for inclusion of NAICS
Code


325612
Polish and Other Sanitation Good Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
325998
All Other Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing
2016 CDR reporting
2015 TRI reporting
3261
Plastics Product Manufacturing
2016 CDR reporting
326122
Plastics Pipe and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
326150
Flexible Polyurethane Foam Fabrication Operations
2015 TRI reporting
326199
All Other Plastics Product Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
327310
Cement Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
327992
Ground or Treated Mineral and Earth Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
331420
Copper Rolling, Drawing, Extruding, and Alloying
2015 TRI reporting
331492
Secondary Smelting, Refining, and Alloying of Nonferrous
Metal (except Copper and Aluminum)
2015 TRI reporting
332119
Metal Crown, Closure, and Other Metal Stamping (except
Automotive)
2015 TRI reporting
332439
Other Metal Container Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
332710
Machine Shops
2015 TRI reporting
332721
Precision Turned Product Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
332722
Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
332812
Metal Coating, Engraving (except Jewelry and Silverware),
and Allied Services to Manufacturers
2015 TRI reporting
332813
Electroplating, Plating, Polishing, Anodizing, and Coloring
2015 TRI reporting
332911
Industrial Valve Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
332993
Ammunition (except Small Arms) Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
332999
All Other Miscellaneous Metal Product Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
333314
Optical Instrument and Lens Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
333316
Photographic and Photocopying Equipment Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
333414
Heating Equipment (except Warm Air Furnaces)
Manufacturing
2015TRI reporting
333514
Special Die and Tool, Die Set, Jig, and Fixture Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
333999
All Other Miscellaneous General Purpose Machinery
Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
334516
Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
334517
Irradiation Apparatus Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
335
Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component
Manufacturing
2016 CDR reporting
33637
Motor Vehicle Metal Stamping
2015 TRI reporting
336415
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Propulsion Unit and
Propulsion Unit Parts Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
339
Miscellaneous Manufacturing
2016 CDR reporting
339112
Surgical and medical instrument manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
339113
Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
339910
Jewelry and Silverware Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
33992
Supporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturing
2015 TRI reporting
42, 44, 45,
Wholesale and Retail Trade
2016 CDR reporting
48 and 49


424690
Other Chemical and Allied Products Merchant Wholesalers
2015 TRI reporting
424710
Petroleum Bulk Stations and Terminals
2015 TRI reporting
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NAICS
NAICS Title
Rational for inclusion of NAICS
Code


51, 52, 53,
Services
2016 CDR reporting
54, 55, 56,


61, 62, 71,


72, 81 and


92


562211
Hazardous waste treatment and disposal
2015 TRI reporting
562213
Solid waste combustors and incinerators
2015 TRI reporting
562920
Materials recovery facilities
2015 TRI reporting
928110
National Security
2015 TRI reporting
Uses of methylene chloride that have been identified at industrial sites include:
•	Adhesives and sealant chemicals
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi. nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=lndustrv-Uses
•	Agent in urethane foam blowing
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=Use-and-Manufacturing
•	Carrier solvent in the textile industry
Source: Holbrook MT; Methylene Chloride. Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry 7th ed.
(1999-2014). NY, NY: John Wiley & Sons. Online Posting Date: August 15, 2003 (From HSDB
database) https://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/sis/search2/r?dbs+hsdb:(5)term+(5)DOCNO+66
•	Extraction solvent for spice oleoresins and hops
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=Use-and-Manufacturing
•	Film processing
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=Consumption
•	Industrial and precision cleaning
Source: http://www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/hesis/Documents/methylenechloride.pdf
•	Intermediate
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=lndustry-Uses
•	Laboratory chemicals
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=lndustry-Uses
•	Leather tanning and processing
Source: https://hazmap.nlm.nih.gov/category-details?table=copytblagents&id=12
•	Low pressure refrigerants, air-condition installations and a low temperature heat-transfer medium
Source: Holbrook MT; Methylene Chloride. Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry 7th ed.
(1999-2014). NY, NY: John Wiley & Sons. Online Posting Date: August 15, 2003 (From HSDB
database) https://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/sis/search2/r?dbs+hsdb:(5)term+(5)DOCNO+66
•	Metal cleaning and finishing solvent in electronics manufacturing
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=Use-and-Manufacturing
•	Metal degreasing
Source: https://hazmap.nlm.nih.gov/category-details?table=copytblagents&id=12
•	Miscellaneous solvent uses and other applications
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=Consumption
•	Other industrial chemical processing
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=Consumption
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•	Painting (solvents)
Source: https://hazmap.nlm.nih.gov/category-details?table=copytblagents&id=12
•	Paint additives and coating additives not described by other categories
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=lndustry-Uses
•	Plastic processing
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=Consumption
•	Printing press cleaning
Source: http://www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/hesis/Documents/methylenechloride.pdf
•	Processing aids, specific to petroleum production
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=lndustry-Uses
•	Propellants and blowing agents
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=lndustry-Uses
•	Solvent for cleaning or degreasing
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=lndustry-Uses
•	Solvent for fiber and plastic
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=Consumption
•	Solvent in cements for clear plastics and is often blended with other solvents to help dissolve the
resin used in contact adhesives
Source: Holbrook MT; Methylene Chloride. Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry 7th ed.
(1999-2014). NY, NY: John Wiley & Sons. Online Posting Date: August 15, 2003 (From HSDB
database) https://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/cgi-bin/sis/search2/r?dbs+hsdb:(5)term+(5)DQCNQ+66
•	Solvent in the manufacture of drugs, pharmaceuticals, and film coatings
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=Use-and-Manufacturing
•	Solvent in the production of cellulose-acetate-based or cellulose-acetobutyrate-based films
Source: Stoye D; Solvents. Ullmann's Encyclopedia of Industrial Chemistry 7th ed. (1999-2014). NY,
NY: John Wiley & Sons. Online Posting Date: June 15, 2000 (From HSDB database)
https://toxnet.nl m.nih.gov/cgi-bin/sis/search2/r?dbs+hsdb:(5)term+(5)DQCNQ+66
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•	Solvent which become part of product formulation or mixture
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=lndustry-Uses
Commercial Uses
Data submitted to CDR for the 2016 reporting period include the following commercial uses:
•	Cleaning and Furniture Care Products
•	Adhesives and sealants
•	Paintings and coatings
•	Metal products not covered elsewhere
•	Plastic and rubber products
•	Automotive care products
•	Lubricants and greases
•	Other
•	CBI
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The 2014 Risk Assessment of methylene chloride for paint remover uses identifies the following uses:
•	Feedstock of refrigerant HFC-32 (Hydrofluorocarbon-32)
•	Process solvent for cellulose acetate
•	Plastics processing
¦	Welding of plastic parts
¦	Production of thermoplastics
•	Industrial extraction solvent
•	Chemical processor for photographic film
Source: https://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2015-
09/documents/dcm opptworkplanra final.pdf
Other commercial uses reported:
•	Lithographic printing
Source: https://hazmap.nlm.nih.gov/category-details?table=copytblagents&id=12
•	Paint stripping and removers
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=Use-and-Manufacturing
•	Propellant in aerosols for products such as paints, automotive products and insect sprays
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=Use-and-Manufacturing
•	Taxidermy
Source: https://hazmap.nlm.nih.gov/category-details?table=copytblagents&id=12
•	Sculpting plastics
Source: https://hazmap.nlm.nih.gov/category-details?table=copytblagents&id=12
•	Woodworking
Source: https://hazmap.nlm.nih.gov/category-details?table=copytblagents&id=12
Based on the list of products above (Table 1), uses of methylene chloride include:
•	Adhesives
•	Automobile products, including brake cleaners, carburetor cleaners and refrigerants
•	Carbon remover
•	Cleaners
•	Developer
•	Insulation
•	Lithographic uses, including cleaners
•	Laboratory use
•	Lubricant
•	Paint and adhesive remover
•	Sealant
•	Anti-spatter in welding
In the database for the Washington State Children's Safe Products Act, manufacturers report
methylene chloride used as a solvent in synthetic polymer components of children's products,
including toys, dolls, and clothing articles.
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Description of Consumer Uses
Data submitted to CDR for the 2016 reporting period include the following consumer uses:
•	Adhesives and sealants (not known or reasonable ascertainable if consumer use)
•	Paintings and coatings
•	Toys, playground and sporting equipment (consumer)
•	CBI
The market profile developed for the 2014 Work Plan Chemical Risk Assessment of methylene chloride
in paint removers identified the following consumer uses:
•	Paint Strippers
o Paint thinners
o Paint removers and strippers
o Varnish removers
o Graffiti removers
•	Aerosol Applications
o Aerosol paints
o Automotive products
o Rust removers
o Primers
•	Cleaners/Protectors
o Water repellant/protectors
o Spot removers
o Specialized electronic cleaners
o Wood stains
o Transmission cleaners
o Battery terminal protector
o Brake quieter/cleaner
o Gasket remover
•	Adhesives
o Contact cement
o Super glues
o Spray adhesives
o Adhesive remover
•	Miscellaneous
o Silicone lubricants
o Outdoor water repellants
o Herbicides
Source: https://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2015-
09/documents/dcm opptworkplanra final.pdf
Consumer uses reported by other sources include:
•	Adhesives and sealants
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=Consumer-Uses
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•	Automotive care products
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=Consumer-Uses
•	Metal products not covered elsewhere
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=Consumer-Uses
•	Paints and coatings
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=Consumer-Uses
•	One article, a toy, contains methylene chloride.
While the products that contain methylene chloride seem to be intended for industrial or commercial
use, may be available for consumers (see Table 1 and Table 2).
Past and Potential Other Uses
Based on work by the National Institutes of Occupational Health and Safety at industrial sites in the
1990s, past and potential uses of methylene chloride may include:
•	Polymer additive manufacturing facility
•	Microelectronics and business machine manufacturing facility
•	Adhesive of plexiglas
•	Making of cabinets
•	Offset printing
•	Lithographic printing
•	Gift, novelties and souvenirs shop (including copper-based novelty gifts)
In addition, methylene chloride was reported as used in the removal of caffeine from coffee; however,
due to concern over residual solvent, most decaffeinators no longer use methylene chloride
Source: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/6344#section=Use-and-Manufacturing
6. Disposal of Waste and Recycling/Recovery
Methylene chloride is classified as U080 waste (A toxic waste when a discarded commercial chemical
product or manufacturing chemical intermediate or an off-specification commercial chemical product
or manufacturing chemical intermediate).
According to information submitted to TRI, in 2015, 746,935 pounds of methylene chloride were
transferred offsite to landfills and/or other treatment/disposal facilities and 2,645,010 pounds were
released to air, water, and land.
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USEFUL TYPES OF INFORMATION
This document presents a summary of information currently available to EPA on this chemical. To more
fully characterize the manufacturing, processing, distribution, disposal, and use of this chemical, and to
inform the development of the scoping document for this chemical, EPA is interested in obtaining
information on:
•	the functional uses for this chemical;
•	what types of products contain this chemical;
•	which industry sectors use this chemical;
•	what volume of the chemical is used;
•	which uses have been discontinued or phased out;
•	exposure scenarios for this chemical; and
•	in which articles this chemical is found.
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APPENDIX: SOURCES CONSULTED
•	U.S. EPA Chemical Inventory
https://www.epa.gov/tsca-inventory
•	U.S. EPA ChemView
https://iava.epa.gov/chemview
•	TRI P2 information
https://www.epa.gov/toxics-release-inventory-tri-program/pollution-prevention-p2-and-tri
•	U.S. EPA HPV HC (access through Chemical Data Access Tool - CDAT)
https://java.epa.gov/oppt chemical search/
•	U.S. EPA HPVIS and HPV HC (access through Chemical Data Access Tool - CDAT)
https://java.epa.gov/oppt chemical search/
•	DfE Alternatives Assessments
https://www.epa.gov/saferchoice/design-environment-alternatives-assessments
•	Safer Chemical Ingredients List
https://www.epa.gov/saferchoice/safer-ingredients
•	Green Chemistry awards
https://www.epa.gov/greenchemistry/presidential-green-chemistry-challenge-winners
•	Greener products and services
https://www.epa.gov/greenerproducts/identify-greener-products-and-services
•	Pollution Prevention
https://www.epa.gov/p2/pollution-prevention-case-studies
https://www.epa.gOv/p2/grant-programs-pollution-prevention#sra
https://www.epa.gov/p2/pollution-prevention-tools-and-calculators
•	U.S. EPA InertFinder
https://iaspub.epa .gov/apex/pesticides/f?p=101:l:
•	U.S. EPA Pesticide Chemical Search
https://iaspub.epa .gov/apex/pesticides/f?p=CH EM ICALSEARCH: 1:0: :NQ:1::
•	U.S. EPA Endocrine Disruptor Screening Progmrn
https://www.epa.gov/ingredients-used-pesticide-products/endocrine-disruptor-screening-
program-tier-l-assessments
•	U.S. EPA Hgzgrdous Wgste
https://www.epa.gOv/hw/learn-basics-hazardous-waste#regulations
•	U.S. EPA Superfund chemicgl dgtg mgtrix
https://www.epa.gov/superfund/superfund-chemical-data-matrix-scdm-query
•	U.S. EPA Hgzgrdous Air Pollutgnts
https://www.epa.gov/haps/initial-list-hazardous-air-pollutants-modifications
•	U.S. EPA Significgnt New Alterngtives Policy (SNAP)
https://www.epa.gov/snap
•	U.S. EPA Volgtile Orggnic Compounds
https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/technical-overview-volatile-organic-
compounds#definition
•	U.S. EPA Toxic gnd priority pollutgnts under the Clegn Wgter Act
https://www.epa.gOv/eg/toxic-and-priority-pollutants-under-clean-water-act#toxic
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•	U.S. EPA Contaminant Candidate list under the Safe Drinking Water Act
https://www.epa.gOv/ccl/contaminant-candidate-list-3-ccl-3#chemical-list
•	U.S. EPA IRIS Assessment
https://cfpub.epa.gov/ncea/iris2/atoz.cfm
•	U.S. EPASffS
https://iaspub.epa.gov/sor internet/registry/substreg/searchandretrieve/substancesearch/search.
do
•	U.S. EPA Chemical and Product Categories (CPCat) Database
https://actor.epa.gov/cpcat/faces/home.xhtml
•	U.S. National Library of Medicine ChemlDplus
https://chem.sis.nlm.nih.gov/chemidplus/
•	U.S. National Library of Medicine Hazardous Substance Data Bank (HSBD)
https://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/newtoxnet/hsdb.htm
•	U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Household Products Database
https://hpd.nlm.nih.gov/index.htm
•	OSHA Chemical Hazards and Toxic Substances
https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/hazardoustoxicsubstances/index.html
•	NIOSH Workplace Safety and Health Topics Chemicals
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/chemical.html
•	NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/npg/npgdcas.html
•	CPSC Chemicals
http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Research--Statistics/Chemicals/
•	CPSC FHSA
https://www.cpsc.gov/Business--Manufacturing/Business-Education/Business-Guidance/FHSA-
Requirements/
•	Food and Drug Administration List of Databases
http://www.fda.gov/Forlndustrv/FDABasicsforlndustry/ucm234631.htm
•	NTP (National Toxicology Program) Substances studied by NTP
http://ntpsearch.niehs.nih.gov/?e=True&ContentType=Testing+Status
•	Department of Energy Protective Action Criteria Database
http://energy.gov/ehss/protective-action-criteria-pac-aegls-erpgs-teels-rev-29-chemicals-concern-
may-2016
•	California Department of Toxic Substances Control Toxics in Products
http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/PollutionPrevention/ToxicslnProducts/index.cfm
http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/SCP/CandidateChemicalsList.cfm
http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/SCP/WhatlsAPriorityProduct.cfm
•	California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment Proposition 65
http://oehha.ca.aoWproposition-65/chemicals
http://oehha.ca.gov/proposition-65/proposition-65-list
•	California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment Biomonitoring
http://biomonitoring.ca.gov/chemicals
•	California permissible exposure limits for chemical contaminants
https://www.dir.ca.gov/title8/5155table acl.html
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•	California hazardous substance list
https://www.dir.ca.gov/title8/339.html
•	California Safe Cosmetics Program - list of chemical agents known or suspected to cause cancer or
developmental or other reproductive harm.
http://www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/cosmetics/Pages/default.aspx
https://safecosmetics.cdph.ca.gov/search/Default.aspx
•	Maine chemicals of high concern
http://www.maine.gov/dep/safechem/highconcern/
•	Massachusetts Toxics Use Reduction Act (TURA) (link includes a link to Higher hazard substances
list)
http://www.mass.aov/eea/waste-mant-recyclina/toxics/toxic-use-reduction/toxics-use-reduction-
gctl
•	Massachusetts Complete list of TURA chemicals
http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/massdep/toxics/tur/toxics-use-reduction-act-tura-reporting-
and-fees.html
•	Lowell Center for Sustainable Production Chemical, Policy and Science Initiative
http://www.chemicalspolicv.org/chemicalspolicy.us.state.database.php
•	Minnesota Department of Health Toxic Free Kids Act Chemicals of High Concern
http://www.health.state.mn.us/divs/eh/hazardous/topics/toxfreekids/highconcern.html
•	Michigan Environmental Health Topics
http://www.michigan.gOv/mdhhs/0.5885.7-339-71548 54783 54784 74881-13050--.00.html
•	New Hampshire Regulated Toxic Air Pollutants
http://des.nh.gov/organization/commissioner/legal/rules/documents/env-al400.pdf
•	New Jersey Right to Know Hazardous Substances
http://web.doh.state.nj.us/rtkhsfs/rtkhsl.aspx
•	Oregon Priority Persistent Pollutants (in water)
http://www.deq.state.or.us/wq/SB737/
•	Oregon Pollutant Profiles
http://www.deq.state.or.us/wq/SB737/docs/LegRpAtt420100601.pdf
•	Oregon Reducing Toxics in Oregon
http://www.oregon.gov/deq/Pages/ToxicsReduction.aspx
•	Oregon Chemicals of Concern for Children's Health
http://public.health.oregon.gov/HealthvEnvironments/HealthyNeighborhoods/ToxicSubstances/Pa
ges/childrens-chemicals-of-concern.aspx
•	Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry Hazardous Substance List
http://www.pacode.com/secure/data/034/chapter323/chap323toc.html
•	Rhode Island Air Resources - Air Toxics
http://www.dem.ri.gov/pubs/regs/regs/air/air22 08.pdf
•	Vermont Chemical Disclosure Program for Children's Products
http://www.healthvermont.gov/enviro/chemical/cdp.aspx
•	Washington Chemicals of High Concern to Children
http://www.ecv.wa.gov/programs/hwtr/rtt/cspa/chcc.html
•	Washington Children's Safe Products Act
http://apps.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=70.240
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•	Washington Department of Labor & Industries SHARP Publications
http://www.lni.wa.gov/Safety/Research/Pubs/default.asp
•	National Conference of State Legislatures
http://www.ncsl.org/research/environment-and-natural-resources/state-chemical-statutes.aspx
•	Canada Chemicals Portal
http://chemicalsubstanceschimiques.gc.ca/index-eng.php
•	EU ECHA website
https://echa.europa.eu/
•	Australia NICNAS Chemical Information
https://www.nicnas.gov.au/chemical-information
•	Japan Chemical Risk Information Platform (CHIRP)
http://www.nite.go.jp/en/chem/chrip/chrip search/systemTop
•	OECD eChemPortal
http://www.echemportal.org/echemportal/index?pagelD=Q&request locale=en
•	Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants
http://chm.pops.int/TheConvention/ThePOPs/ListingofPOPs/tabid/25Q9/Default.aspx
http://chm.pops.int/TheConvention/ThePOPs/ChemicalsProposedforListing/tabid/251Q/Default.as
fix
•	WHO IPCS (UN)
http://www.who.int/ipcs/en/
•	Other-worker protection information
http://www.dguv.de/ifa/gestis/gestis-internationale-grenzwerte-fuer-chemische-substanzen-limit-
values-for-chemical-agents/index-2.jsp
•	DeLima Associates Consumer Product Information Database (CPID)
https://www.whatsinproducts.eom/chemicals/index/l
•	SRC FatePointers Search Module PHYSPROP
http://esc.syrres.com/fatepointer/search.asp
•	Product and company websites
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