Iodine ACS PurReagent, solid, >=99.8%

PurReagent


Synonym:  Iodine
Linear Formula:  I2
Molecular Weight:  253.81 g/mol
CAS Number: 7553-56-2

Properties

Vapour pressure 0.31 mmHg ( 25 °C), 1 mmHg ( 38.7 °C)
Water Solubility 0.3 g/l at 25 °C
Assay Purity >=99.8%
B pt. 184 °C (lit.)
M pt. 113 °C (lit.)
Density 4.930 g/cm3 at 20 °C
Form Solid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H302 + H312 + H332,H315,H319,H335,H372,H400
Precautionary Statement  P273 - P280 - P301 + P312 - P302 + P352 + P312 - P304 + P340 + P312 - P314
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code NA
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 6.1C - Combustible acute toxic Cat.3 / toxic compounds or compounds which causing chronic effects
UN Number 3495

Description

Application
Used as a powerful antiseptic for wounds and surgical prep. Serves as a contrast agent for X-rays and CT scans. Added to table salt (iodized salt) to prevent goiters. Used in photography LCD screen filters and animal feed. Taken as potassium iodide pills to protect the thyroid during nuclear emergencies.

Purpose
Its primary role is biological regulation. It is a core component of thyroid hormones (T3 and T4). These hormones control your metabolism heart rate and body temperature. Essential for brain development in infants and children.

General Description
Iodine is a non-metallic element in the halogen family. Appears as a shiny blue-black solid. Turns into a violet gas when heated (sublimation). Found naturally in oceans seaweed and soil.