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Is Iodomethane vegan?

Iodomethane

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Iodomethane, also called methyl iodide, is a dense, colorless, volatile chemical compound with the formula CH3I. It occurs naturally, produced by algae, kelp, fungi and bacteria, and is also manufactured synthetically for use in organic synthesis.

Also known as Methyl iodide
INCI name Iodomethane
CAS number 74-88-4
EC number 200-819-5
CosIng ID 30123
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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