Iodoform

From CAMEO

Revision as of 08:28, 21 September 2022 by MDerrick (talk | contribs)

(diff) ← Older revision | Latest revision (diff) | Newer revision → (diff)

Jump to navigation Jump to search

Description

Yellow crystals or powder with a strong odor that has historically been used as a Disinfectant.

Synonyms and Related Terms

triiodomethane

Risks

Decomposes when mixed with mercuric oxide, Calomel, Silver nitrate, and tannins.

Physical and Chemical Properties

Soluble in benzene, acetone. Slightly soluble in alcohol, glycerol, chloroform, carbon disulfide and ether. Insoluble in water.

Composition	CHI3
CAS	75-47-8
Melting Point	115 C
Density	4.08 g/ml
Molecular Weight	393.73

Retrieved from "https://cameo.mfa.org/index.php?title=Iodoform&oldid=92875"

Materials database