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.

SynonymHydrogen iodide; Hydriodide; Iodhydric acid
CAS no.10034-85-2
EINECS no.233-109-9
Molecular formulaHI
Molecular weight127.91
StructureH—I

APPLICATIONS

Organic Synthesis :
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 :
In synthesis of various drugs, including antibiotics, antiseptics, analgesics and controlled substances
Chemical Reactions :
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 :
It acts as a catalyst in the production of Acetic Acid
Production of Iodine :
To produce elemental iodine and iodide salts – important in various industrial and medical applications
Polymer Chemistry :
Iodine Doping: Used in certain polymerization reactions to introduce iodine into polymer chains, affecting their properties
Laboratory Applications :
As a reagent in titrations to determine the concentration of certain compounds / to synthesize other iodine-containing chemicals
Agricultural Applications :
In iodine-based fertilizers, enhancing the iodine content of soil and crops.
Food Industry :
Food Additives: To fortify certain foods with iodine, essential for thyroid health.
Electronics :
Manufacturing of Semiconductors- in production processes of some electronic components.

SPECIFICATIONS

TestUnitSpecifications
DescriptionColorless 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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