Hydriodic acid 57 wt.% in H2O, stabilized, PurReagent

PurReagent


Linear Formula:  HI
Molecular Weight:  127.91 g/mol
CAS Number: 10034-85-2

Properties

Water Solubility Soluble
Assay Purity 57 wt.% in H2O
B pt. 127°C
M pt. -50°C
Density 1.701 g/mL at 25°C
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H290,H314,H411
Precautionary Statement  P234 - P273 - P280 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P304 + P340 + P310 - P305 + P351 + P338
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 28111990
Storage Temp. 2-8°C
Storage Class 8B - Non-combustible corrosive hazardous materials
UN Number 1787

Description

Application
Organic synthesis (e.g. converting alcohols to alkyl iodides). Reducing agent in chemical reactions. Pharmaceutical and fine chemical manufacturing. Preparation of iodide salts.

Purpose
Used mainly as a strong acid and reducing agent to drive chemical reactions especially in organic and industrial synthesis.

General Description
Clear to slightly yellow liquid with a sharp odor. Highly acidic and corrosive. Strong reducing agent (readily donates electrons).