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Iodoform, BP/DAB/USP/NF Grade

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Article code
IODFU
CAS
75-47-8
Grade
USP/NF Grade
Purity
99.0-100.5%
Category
Other laboratory materials

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Properties

Article / SKU
IODFU
CAS
75-47-8
Synonyms
Triiodomethane
Assay
99.0-100.5%
PubChem ID
6374
Grade
USP/NF Grade
Color
Yellow
Physical form
Solid
Appearance
Yellow Solid
Odor
Pungent
Melting point
Approximately 115°C
Solubility
Slightly soluble in water
Molecular formula
CHI 3
Molecular weight
393.85
Autoship Available
Yes
Chloride (Cl)
≤0.011%
Iodide (I)
To Pass Test
Loss on drying
≤0.5%
Loss on ignition
≤0.1%
Pillar
Natural
Residual solvents
≤5000 ppm
Sulfate (SO4)
≤0.017%

Packaging options — size and article

SizeArticle / SKU
1kgIODFU-1KG
2.5kgIODFU-2.5KG
500gIODFU-500G
25kgIODFU-25KG
12.5kgIODFU-12.5KG

Packaging options

  • 1kg
  • 2.5kg
  • 500g
  • 25kg
  • 12.5kg

Details

Iodoform, BP/DAB/USP/NF Grade About Iodoform, BP/DAB/USP/NF Grade

Iodoform is a chemical compound with the molecular formula CHI3. It is a yellow, crystalline solid with a distinct odor and is often used as a disinfectant and antiseptic. Iodoform has several applications in the field of medicine and chemistry:

Common Uses and Applications

Antiseptic: Iodoform has antiseptic properties and was historically used to treat wounds and skin infections. It has been largely replaced by other antiseptics and antibiotics in modern medicine.

Organic Chemistry: Iodoform is used in organic chemistry as a reagent in certain reactions. One of its well-known reactions is the iodoform test, which is used to detect the presence of compounds containing the CH3CO- group (acetate group) in organic molecules.

Sterilization: Iodoform can be used to sterilize and disinfect laboratory equipment and surfaces.

Dental Applications: Iodoform pastes and dressings are used in dental procedures, particularly in root canal therapy, to help disinfect and fill the root canal.

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