General
Synonyms: sodium monoiodide, hydriodic acid sodium salt
Molecular formula: NaI
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
Density (g cm-3): 3.67
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.
