Iodoform is a yellow organoiodine compound historically known for its antiseptic properties. Today, it is widely used in dental applications and as a reagent in organic and analytical chemistry.
| CAS Number | 75-47-8 |
| Chemical Formula | CHI3 |
| Molecular Weight | 393.73 g/mol |
| Appearance |
Bright yellow crystalline powder or plates with a distinct, pungent odor |
| Melting Point | 119 – 123 °C (slight decomposition on heating) |
| Purity | ≥ 99.0% |
| Solubility / Stability |
Slightly soluble in water; soluble in alcohol, ether, and chloroform. Sensitive to light and may darken over time due to liberation of free iodine. |
| Safety Information |
Classified as Harmful (GHS07). Causes skin, eye, and respiratory irritation. Harmful if swallowed or inhaled. Handle with gloves and use in a well-ventilated area or fume hood. |
| Packing |
Laboratory packs: 100 g, 500 g amber glass bottles Industrial packs: 25 Kg fiber drums with light-resistant and moisture-proof liners |
| Synonyms |
Triiodomethane, Methyl triiodide |
| Uses |
Primarily used as an antiseptic component in wound dressings and dental root canal fillings. Also widely used as a chemical reagent in laboratory synthesis and in the classical Iodoform Test for identifying methyl ketones. |
