Copper(I) iodide, Puratronic™, 99.998% (metals basis), Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

Light, Air and Moisture Sensitive

Copper(I) iodide is used as a catalyst in organic synthesis, cathode ray tube coating, cloud seeding, and as temperature indicator with HgI₂. It catalyzes the conversion of aryl, heteroaryl, and vinyl bromides into the corresponding iodides, which are employed in coupling reactions such as Suzuki, Stille, Sonogashira, Heck and Ullmann reactions.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 7681-65-4
• Molecular Formula: CuI
• MDL Number: MFCD00010978
• Synonym: cuprous iodide, copper l iodide, copper i iodide metals basis, marshite, copper i iodide 250g

• Boiling Point: ca 1290°C
• Melting Point: 605°C
• Color: Brown to White
• Physical Form: Chunks and/or Powder
• Quantity: 25 g
• Assay Percent Range: 99.998% (Metal basis)
• Solubility Information: Copper(I) iodide is soluble in ammonia,thiosulfate,sodium and potassium iodide solutions. Insoluble in water and dilute acids.
• Formula Weight: 190.45
• Odor: Weak odor
• Refractive Index: 2.346
• Sensitivity: Air, light, and moisture sensitive
• Appearance: White to pale brown chunks/powder
• Density: 5.63 g/cm³
• Chemical Name or Material: Copper(I) iodide

Safety and Handling

Product Identifier

• Copper(I) iodide

Signal Word

• Danger

Hazard Category

• Acute toxicity Category 4
• LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 2
• ACUTE AQUATIC Acute 1
• Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
• Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
• Skin sensitiser Category 1
• Specific target organ toxicity Category 1

Hazard Statement

• H302-Harmful if swallowed.
• H315-Causes skin irritation.
• H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction.
• H318-Causes serious eye damage.
• H372-Causes damage to organs.
• H400-Very toxic to aquatic life.
• H411-Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statement

• P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
• P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
• P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
• P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
• P310-Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.
• P332+P313-If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

Supplemental information

• MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Copper iodide

RUO – Research Use Only