Term Name: methyl formate
Synonyms: formiate de methyle, formic acid methyl ester, HCO2CH3, HCOOCH3, methanoic acid methyl ester, methyl formate, methyl methanoate, Methylformiat, R-611
Definition: A formate ester resulting from the formal condensation of formic acid with methanol. A low-boiling (31.5 degreeC) colourless, flammable liquid, it has been used as a fumigant and larvicide for tobacco and food crops.
Ontology: ChEBI [CHEBI:77699]  ( EBI )

Relationships
is a type of: formate ester methyl ester volatile organic compound
has_functional_parent: methanol
has_role: fumigant insecticide polar aprotic solvent refrigerant