Chloroiodomethane is a halogenated hydrocarbon that has been studied for its photolytic properties. For instance, the photolysis of chloroiodomethane in cryogenic matrices along with recombination of the nascent radical pair was studied.
CLEAR PALE YELLOW TO PINK-REDDISH LIQUID
Chloroiodomethane is used as an intermediate in pharmaceuticals, organic synthesis, agrochemicals and dyestuff. It is also useful in cyclopropanation (Simmon-Smith reaction), Mannich reaction, aminomethylation and in epoxidation.
The photolysis of chloroiodomethane in cryogenic matrices along with recombination of the nascent radical pair was studied.
Miscible with acetone, benzene, diethyl ether and alcohol.