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Iodine

CAS 7553-56-2

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Iodine
Product Code
AC196560000; AC196560025; AC196560050; AC196561000; AC196565000
Synonyms
No information available

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
7553-56-2 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals.

Uses advised against

Food, drug, pesticide or biocidal product use.

Manufacturers & Suppliers

F

Fisher Scientific Company

manufacturer

One Reagent Lane, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410

(201) 796-7100

A

Acros Organics

manufacturer

One Reagent Lane, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

001-800-ACROS-01

Emergency Contact

+32 14 57 52 11

Fisher Scientific Company

001-201-796-7100

Emergency Contact

+32 14 57 52 99

CHEMTREC

001-800-424-9300

CHEMTREC

001-703-527-3887

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4
Acute Tox. Cat. 4
Acute Tox. Cat. 4
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2
STOT SE Cat. 3
STOT RE Cat. 1

GHS Pictograms

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
H315 Causes skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

Precautionary Statements

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
P264 Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water
P304 + P341 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
P314 Get medical attention/advice if you feel unwell
P330 Rinse mouth
P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
P405 Store locked up
P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Iodine 7553-56-2 95% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If skin irritation persists, call a physician.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.

Ingestion

Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

Immediate Medical Attention

Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Unsuitable media

No information available

Specific hazards

Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes.

Firefighter Protection

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Environmental

Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system. Prevent product from entering drains. Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained.

Cleanup methods

Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal.

Materials: suitable containers

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Ensure adequate ventilation. Avoid dust formation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.

Storage

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Do not store in metal containers. Keep at temperatures below 25°C.

Hygiene

Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Partition Coefficient
No data available
Ph
5.1 saturated solution
Softening Point
---
Solubility In Water
---
Physical State
Solid
Boiling Point
185 °C / 365 °F @ 760 mmHg
Form
---
Physical State Data
solid
Vapor Pressure
0.41 hPa @ 25 °C
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Vapor Density
Not applicable
Decomposition Temperature
No information available
Metal Corrosion
---
Solubility
slightly soluble
Molecular Weight
253.81
Odor Threshold
No information available
Properties Status
---
Explosive Limits
---
Melting Point
113 °C / 235.4 °F
Density
---
Freezing Point
---
Colour
---
Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable
Auto Ignition Temperature
No information available
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable
Flammability
No information available
Solubility In Fat
---
Odor
pungent
Colour Intensity
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Relative Density
---
Solidification Point
---
Voc Content
---
Cloud Point
---
Flash Point
No information available
Bulk Density
~ 2100 kg/m³
Appearance
Grey
Crystallisation Point
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

None known, based on information available

Hazardous reactions

None under normal processing. Hazardous polymerization does not occur.

Avoid

Avoid dust formation. Incompatible products. Excess heat.

Incompatible

Strong oxidizing agents, Finely powdered metals, Ammonia, Alcohols, copper

Decomposition

Hydrogen iodide

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN3495
Shipping Name
IODINE
Transport Class
8
Packing Group
III
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is Iodine known by?

Iodine is also known as: No information available

What is the hazard signal word for Iodine?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Iodine?

Iodine is a solid appearing as grey . It has pungent odor.

What is the solubility of Iodine?

slightly soluble

What is Iodine used for?

Laboratory chemicals.

What are the hazard statements for Iodine?

This substance has 5 hazard statements:

  • H302 + H312 + H332: Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
  • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation
  • H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

What is the melting point of Iodine?

The melting point is 113 °C / 235.4 °F and the boiling point is 185 °C / 365 °F @ 760 mmHg.