INTRODUCTION
Hydriodic acid is a strong acid solution of hydrogen iodide in water at nominal concentrations of 47% and 57%. Its stabilized formulation ensures consistent quality and reliability in various applications. This compound often appears as a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a sharp, pungent odor, characteristic of hydrogen halides.
Manufacture
The manufacturing of 57% stabilized hydriodic acid involves the synthesis of hydrogen iodide, controlled absorption into water, and the addition of stabilizers to ensure the solution’s stability and usability.
| Synonym | Hydrogen iodide; Hydriodide; Iodhydric acid |
| CAS no. | 10034-85-2 |
| EINECS no. | 233-109-9 |
| Molecular formula | HI |
| Molecular weight | 127.91 |
| Structure | H—I |
APPLICATIONS
| Organic Synthesis : |
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| In synthesis of iodinated pharmaceuticals and contrast agents for medical imaging / As a reducing agent in organic chemistry, helping convert carbonyl compounds into alcohols |
| Pharmaceutical Application : |
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| In synthesis of various drugs, including antibiotics, antiseptics, analgesics and controlled substances |
| Chemical Reactions : |
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| Reductive Dehalogenation: To remove halogen atoms from organic compounds, facilitating the production of hydrocarbons / Formation of Iodides: To convert various alkyl and aryl halides to their corresponding iodides-useful intermediates in chemical synthesis |
| Manufacture of Acetic Acid : |
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| It acts as a catalyst in the production of Acetic Acid |
| Production of Iodine : |
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| To produce elemental iodine and iodide salts – important in various industrial and medical applications |
| Polymer Chemistry : |
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| Iodine Doping: Used in certain polymerization reactions to introduce iodine into polymer chains, affecting their properties |
| Laboratory Applications : |
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| As a reagent in titrations to determine the concentration of certain compounds / to synthesize other iodine-containing chemicals |
| Agricultural Applications : |
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| In iodine-based fertilizers, enhancing the iodine content of soil and crops. |
| Food Industry : |
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| Food Additives: To fortify certain foods with iodine, essential for thyroid health. |
| Electronics : |
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| Manufacturing of Semiconductors- in production processes of some electronic components. |
SPECIFICATIONS
| Test | Unit | Specifications |
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| Description | – | Colorless to pale yellow color liquid |
| Assay (Alkalimetric) | % | 57.0 – 57.50 |
| Iodine Content | % | 56.55 –57.05 |
| Density (20°/4°C) | – | 1.6700 – 1.7200 |
| Non-volatile matter | % | 0.005 – 0.050 |
| Chloride & Bromide | % | 0.005 – 0.030 |
| Sulphur compound (as SO4) | % | 0.0005 – 0.005 |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | % | 0.000 – 0.0010 |
| Iron (Fe) | % | 0.00000 – 0.00050 |
STORAGE
Keep container tightly closed. Store in a cool and dark place.
PACKING
25 kg UN approved Jerry cans
REACH Status
Not registered
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