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: 100 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
• Chemical Name or Material: Copper(I) iodide

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