Bromochloromethane is an industrial chemical used in fire extinguishers and as a solvent. It can enter water through industrial discharge, potentially harming liver and kidneys.

Bromochloromethane is a synthetic organic compound primarily used in fire extinguishing systems and as an industrial solvent. It can contaminate water sources through improper disposal or leaks from manufacturing facilities. While no longer produced in large quantities due to environmental concerns, it may still be present in older fire suppression systems. Detection typically involves gas chromatography. Long-term exposure to contaminated water may pose risks to liver and kidney function, though more research is needed to fully understand its health impacts.