OBO ID: CHEBI:77699
Term Name: methyl formate Search Ontology:
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.
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Ontology: ChEBI  ( EBI )
PHENOTYPE No data available