This map displays locations where Chloromethane is known to be present.
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Chloromethane
CAS ID #: 000074-87-3
Chloromethane is also known as methyl chloride. It is a clear, colorless gas. It has a faint, sweet odor that is noticeable only at levels that may be toxic. It is heavier than air, and it is extremely flammable.
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CERCLA Priority List of Hazardous Substance
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Public Health Statement
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