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SKU: S3053

Metallic Iodine | 7553-56-2 | Sarchem Labs

SKU: S3053

Description

Iodine (PubChem CID: 807) — also referred to as diiodine, iodine crystals, iodine sublimed, tincture iodine, Vistarin, Eranol, Iodio, iodine solution, and iode — is a versatile chemical element with multiple common synonyms and forms of use.

SPECIFICATION

Density8.8 (Air = 1.0)
ColorGray
Assay Percent Range99.5%
PackagingGlass bottle
Linear FormulaI2
Formula Weight253.81
Physical FormFlakes or Spheres
Chemical Name or MaterialIodine
GradeExtra Pure
Merck Index15, 5057
Sulfated Ash75ppm max.
Non_volatile Matter0.01% max.
Chlorine and Bromine0.005% max.
Additional InformationVapor Pressure: 0.41hPa at 25°C
Fieser01,495; 02,200; 03,159; 04,258; 05,346; 06,293; 07,179; 08,256; 09,248; 10,210; 11,261; 12,235; 13,133; 14,181; 15,172; 16,182; 17,153

Safety Information

Classification of the substance or mixture

GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements

Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC) or not covered by GHS

 

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Metallic Iodine | 7553-56-2 FAQs

Metallic iodine, also known as molecular iodine (Iâ‚‚), is a chemical element with the symbol I and atomic number 53. It appears as a lustrous, dark gray or purple-black solid at room temperature and sublimes easily to form a violet vapor.

Yes, metallic iodine is a chemical element classified as a halogen in Group 17 of the periodic table. It is a non-metal and is the least reactive of the halogens, though it readily forms compounds with many elements.

Properties of metallic iodine include a melting point of 113.7°C and a boiling point of 184.4°C. It has a density of 4.933 g/cm³ and sublimes to form a violet gas. Iodine is moderately reactive and is used in various applications, including medicine and photography.

The molecular formula of metallic iodine is Iâ‚‚, indicating that it consists of two iodine atoms bonded together. This diatomic molecule is the elemental form of iodine found in nature.

Metallic iodine is used in various applications such as in the production of iodized salt, as a disinfectant, and in the synthesis of iodine compounds. It also plays a role in medical imaging and as a catalyst in certain chemical reactions.