Features of Methyl Iodide Product Name: Methyl iodide Chemical Formula: CH3I CAS 74-88-4 Dangerous Grade: 6.1 Technical Data of Methyl Iodide Package and Storage of Methyl Iodide 100kg/drum or 200kg/drum Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use Application /Application Industries: Pharmaceuticals Catalyst M ethyl iodide cas no .74-88-4 is a halogenated hydrocarbon, and its molecular formula is CH3I, MeI, which is an iodine substitute for methane. It is a volatile liquid with high density at room temperature, dipole moment 1.59D, refractive index 1.5304 (20 ° C, D), 1.5293 (21 ° C, D). Methyl iodide is miscible with common organic solvents. Pure color is colorless. When exposed to sunlight, it will decompose iodine and be purple. It can be removed by adding metallic copper. Methyl iodide is present in small amounts in rice fields. Methyl iodide is a methylation reagent commonly used in or...