Iodomethane

[74-88-4] CH3I (MW 141.94) InChI = 1/CH3I/c1-2/h1H3 InChIKey = INQOMBQAUSQDDS-UHFFFAOYAL (methylating agent for carbon, oxygen, nitrogen, sulfur, and trivalent phosphorus) Alternate Name: methyl iodide. Physical Data: bp 41–43 °C; d 2.28 g cm−3. Solubility: sol ether, alcohol, benzene, acetone; moderately sol H2O. Form Supplied in: colorless liquid; stabilized by addition of silver wire or copper beads; widely available. Purify: percolate through silica gel or activated alumina then distill; wash with dilute aqueous Na2S2O3, then wash with water, dilute aqueous Na2CO3, and water, dry with CaCl2 then distill. Handling, Storage, and Precaution: toxic, corrosive and a possible carcinogen. Liquid should be stored in brown bottles to prevent liberation of I2 upon exposure to light. Keep in a cool, dark place. Use only in well ventilated areas.