It was used earlier as an antiseptic but the antiseptic properties are
due to the liberation of free iodine and not due to iodoform itself Due
to its objectionable smell, it has been replaced by other formulations
containing iodine It is produced in large quantities for use in the manufacture of
refrigerants and propellants for aerosol cans It is also used as
feedstock in the synthesis of chlorofluorocarbons and other chemicals,
pharmaceutical manufacturing, and general solvent use