Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Iodine
- Product Code
- AC196560000, AC196560025, AC196560050, AC196561000, AC196565000
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
Fisher Scientific Company
distributor
One Reagent Lane, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
(201) 796-7100
Acros Organics
manufacturer
One Reagent Lane, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Emergency Contacts
Emergency Contact
001-800-227-6701
Emergency Contact
+32 14 57 52 11
Emergency Contact
001-201-796-7100
Emergency Contact
+32 14 57 52 99
CHEMTREC
001-800-424-9300
CHEMTREC
001-703-527-3887
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS07
GHS08
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iodine | 7553-56-2 | 95% | Yes |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.
Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If skin irritation persists, call a physician.
Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.
Medical Treatment
Treat symptomatically
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
No information available
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.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
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.
Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal.
Materials: suitable, closed containers
Related Products
Similar products with comparable safety profiles
Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
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.
Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Do not store in metal containers. Keep at temperatures below 25°C.
Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
Stable under normal conditions.
None known, based on information available
None under normal processing. Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
Avoid dust formation. Incompatible products. Excess heat.
Strong oxidizing agents, Finely powdered metals, Ammonia, Alcohols, copper
Hydrogen iodide
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
Ecotoxicity
The product is classified as very toxic to aquatic organisms and contains substances hazardous to the environment.
12.1 Toxicity
Persistence and degradability
Bioaccumulative potential
Mobility in soil
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
12.4 Mobility in soil
The substance is not likely mobile in the environment due to its low water solubility.
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste.
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- UN3495
- Shipping Name
- IODINE
- Transport Class
- 8
- Packing Group
- III
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Iodine?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Iodine?
Iodine is a solid with grey color. It has pungent odor.
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.