Product Description:
Bromomethane is a colorless, nonflammable gas that is used as a fumigant and in chemical synthesis.
Applications & Uses:
CAS#:
74-83-9
SYNONYM:
Methyl bromide;Bromomethane;Monobromomethane
FORMULA:
CH3Br
PRODUCT TYPE:
HAZARD:
Toxic
CATEGORIES:
Organic Intermediate
,
Organics
,
Alkyl Bromides
Technical Specifications
Appearance :
Colorless gas
Boiling Point, °C :
3.6
Density, g/cm3 :
1.73
Flash Point, °C :
Not applicable
Melting point, °C :
-93.6
Molecular weight, g/mol :
94.94
Odor :
Chloroform-like
Refractive index, n20/D :
1.434
Bromomethane, also known as methyl bromide, is a versatile halogenated organic compound with the chemical formula CH3Br. This colorless, non-flammable gas is renowned for its effectiveness as a fumigant, widely used in agriculture to control a broad spectrum of pests, including insects, weeds, and pathogens in soil. Its rapid penetration and efficacy make it a preferred choice for quarantine and pre-shipment treatments, ensuring the health and safety of crops like strawberries, tomatoes, and nursery plants. Beyond agriculture, bromomethane plays a significant role in the industrial sector for chemical synthesis and as a methylating agent. As a highly effective tool in pest control and industrial applications, bromomethane remains an essential component in environments demanding stringent fumigation and high reactivity.