Methyl Iodide
Methyl iodide, also called iodomethane, and commonly abbreviated "MeI," is the chemical compound with the formula CH3I. It is a dense, colorless, highly volatile liquid. In terms of chemical structure, it is related to methane by replacement of one hydrogen atom by an atom of iodine. It is naturally emitted by rice plantations in small amounts. Methyl iodide is used in organic synthesis as a source of methyl group.
| Product | Methyl Iodide |
| CAS No. | 74-88-4 |
| Molecular formula | CH3I |
| Molecular weight | 141.94 |
| Description | Clear Colourless Heavy liquid |
| Assay (GC, area %) | Min. 99.0 % |
| Density (5 0C) | 2.271 – 2.277 g / cm3 |
Maximum Limits of Impurities
| Boiling Range | 400C to 420C |
| Methanol (as CH3OH) | 0.3 % |
| Free Acid (as HI) | 0.1 % |