Bromoform

Bromoform

Bromoform, also known as tribromomethane. It is a halocarbon, meaning it contains only carbon, bromine, and hydrogen atoms.

Chemical Formula: CHBr₃

CAS Number: 75-25-2

Appearance: A colorless, heavy liquid with a sweet, chloroform-like odor.

 Uses:

• Fumigant: It was historically used as a fumigant for stored grains and other products to kill insects.

• Solvent: In some applications, it is used as a solvent for fats, oils, and waxes.

• Insecticide: Boric acid can be used as an insecticide for the control of cockroaches, termites, and other insects.

• Preservative: It might be used as a preservative in some cosmetics or glues.

Industries and Common Applications:

• Laboratory Reagent: Bromoform can be used as a laboratory reagent for certain chemical reactions and experiments, particularly in organic chemistry.

• Analytical Chemistry: Bromoform has been used as a solvent and reagent in analytical chemistry techniques, particularly in chromatography and spectrophotometry.

• Chemical Industry: It acts as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly in the production of pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.