General

Synonyms: sodium monoiodide
Molecular formula: Na I
CAS No: 7681-82-5
EINECS No: 231-679-3

Physical data

Appearance: white crystals or powder
Melting point: 651 C
Boiling point: 1304 C
Vapour density:
Vapour pressure:
Density (g cm^-3): 3.67
Flash point:
Explosion limits:
Autoignition temperature:
Water solubility:
 

Stability

Stable. Incompatible with strong acids, bromine trifluoride, bromine trichloride, oxidizing agents. Light, air and moisture sensitive.

Toxicology

Eye and skin irritant. May cause allergic reaction. Chronic exposure may cause congenital deformation in the foetus.

Toxicity data
ORL-RAT LD50 4340 mg kg^-1
IVN-RAT LD50 1060 mg kg^-1
IPR-MUS LD50 430 mg kg^-1

Irritation data
SKN-RBT 500 mg/24h mod
EYE-RBT 100 mg/24h mod

Risk phrases
R36 R38 R42 R43 R61.

Transport information

Non-hazardous for road, air and sea transport.

Personal protection

Safety glasses.

Safety phrases
S26 S36 S37 S39.

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