Hydriodic acid

Hydriodic acid

Hydroiodic acid; Hydrogen iodide solution; Aqueous hydrogen iodide

CAS 10034-85-2

Chemical Formula HI

Molecular Weight 127.91 g/mol (for HI)

Hydriodic acid is a clear, colorless to pale yellow solution of hydrogen iodide in water. It is known for its strong, pungent odor and is commonly used in laboratories and industries, particularly in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and organic compounds. It is also used as a reducing agent in various chemical processes.

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Industrial Uses

1. Pharmaceuticals

  • Intermediate in Drug Synthesis: Hydriodic acid is used as a reducing agent in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the preparation of alkaloids and other complex organics.
  • Iodine Source: It serves as a source of iodine in formulations and in the production of iodinated contrast agents.

2. Performance Chemicals

  • Strong Reducing Agent: Widely used in organic synthesis to reduce compounds such as ketones, nitriles, and alkaloids.
  • Synthesis of Iodides: Used to prepare alkyl and aryl iodides via substitution reactions, especially in Grignard-type and substitution chemistry.

3. Agrochemicals

  • Intermediate in Agrochemical Manufacturing: Hydriodic acid is occasionally used in the synthesis of iodine-containing agrochemicals or intermediates.

Specifications

Assay ≥ 47%
Appearance Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor Pungent, sharp iodine-like smell
Boiling Point ~127°C (for 57% HI solution)
Melting Point < –50°C (solution), –50.8°C (pure HI)
Density ~1.7 g/cm³ (for 47% HI solution at 20°C)
Solubility Miscible with water; soluble in ethanol
Viscosity ~2.6 mPa·s at 25°C (for 47% solution)
Flash Point Not applicable (aqueous solution; non-flammable)

Hazard Symbols

Corrosives
Irritants/Sensitisers/Other Hazards

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