Sodium Iodide 99%
Sodium Iodide 99%
Symbol – NaI
Molecular Weight – 149.89
CAS No – 7681-82-5
Sodium iodide (chemical formula NaI) is an ionic compound formed from the chemical reaction of sodium metal and iodine. Under standard conditions, it is a white, water-soluble solid comprising a 1:1 mix of sodium cations (Na+) and iodide anions (I−) in a crystal lattice. It is used mainly as a nutritional supplement and in organic chemistry. It is produced industrially as the salt formed when acidic iodides react with Sodium Hydroxide. It is a chaotropic salt.
Physical Properties
Appearance | White crystalline powder |
Melting point | 661⁰C |
Boiling point | 1304⁰C |
Density | 3.67 g/cu.cm |
Solubility | 184.2 g/100ml water @20⁰C |
Uses
- Sodium iodide, as well as potassium iodide, is commonly used to treat and prevent iodine deficiency. And used as additive in edible salt.
- It is widely used in the organic synthesis of pharma API and nuclear medicine.
- Sodium iodide is used for conversion of alkyl chlorides into alkyl iodides.
- Some radioactive iodide salts of sodium, including Na125I and Na131I, have radiopharmaceutical uses, such as in the treatment of thyroid cancer and hyperthyroidism .
Handling & Safety
- Wear protective equipment.
- Avoid dispersal of dust in the air (i.e., clearing dust surfaces with compressed air).
- Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing.
- Use respiratory protective device against the effects of fumes/dust/aerosol.
Packaging
- 25Kgs HDPE Bags with Liner Inside.
- 50 Kgs HDPE Drums with liner Inside.
Molecular Structure
