β-methylallyl Chloride

Name:
β-methylallyl Chloride
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	methallyl chloride; 3-chloro-2-methyl-1-propene; MAC
M Formula:	CH2:C(CH3)CH2Cl.
Chemistry structure:
Properties:
Colorless to straw-colored, volatile liquid; sharp penetrating odor. D 0.925 (20C), bp 73C, refr index 1.427 (25C), flash p −3F (−19.4C) (TOC).
Hazard:
Flammable, dangerous fire risk. Explosive limits in air 3.2–8.1%. Toxic by ingestion, irritant to eyes and skin.
Use:
Intermediate for production of insecticides, plastics, pharmaceuticals, and other organic chemicals; fumigant for grains, tobacco, and soil.