Sodium iodide, ultra dry, 99.99% (metals basis), Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Description

Sodium iodide commonly is used to prevent iodine deficiency. Used as analytical reagents, in the manufacture of disinfectants, antiseptics, deodorants and medicines. They are used in baking ingredient conditioner and as animal feed. It is used for conversion of alkyl chlorides into alkyl iodides, such as in the treatment of thyroid cancer and hyperthyroidism and in scintillation detectors, traditionally in nuclear medicine, geophysics, nuclear physics, and environmental measurements.

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

• Boiling Point: 1300°C to 1304°C
• Melting Point: 651°C
• Color: White
• Physical Form: Powder
• Quantity: 100 g
• Assay Percent Range: 99.99% (metals basis)
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water,alcohol,glycerol and acetone. Insoluble in ether.
• Formula Weight: 149.89
• Odor: Odorless
• Packaging: Ampuled under Argon
• Refractive Index: 1.7745
• Sensitivity: Hygroscopic
• Density: 3.67 g/cm³ at 20°C
• Chemical Name or Material: Sodium iodide

Safety and Handling

Hazard Category	H315-H319
Hazard Statement	In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear suitable gloves.
Precautionary Statement	P264b-P280-P302+P352-P305+P351+P338-P332+P313-P362
DOTInformation	Hazard Class: 9; Packaging Group: III
EINECSNumber	231-679-3
RTECSNumber	WB6475000
TSCA	Yes
Recommended Storage	Ambient temperatures

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only