Description

Diphosphorus Tetraiodide is an inorganic chemical compound primarily used as a specialized reagent in synthetic chemistry. Its value lies in its role as a potent iodinating and reducing agent, facilitating key transformations in the preparation of organoiodine compounds and phosphorus-containing materials. This product is essential for research and development laboratories, as well as industrial-scale chemical synthesis operations in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed as a selective iodinating agent for the conversion of alcohols to alkyl iodides and for aromatic iodination reactions.
• Phosphorus Chemistry: Serves as a key precursor or intermediate in the synthesis of other phosphorus halides and organophosphorus compounds.
• Material Science Research: Used in the deposition of phosphorus-containing thin films or the creation of novel semiconductor materials.
• Catalyst Preparation: Acts as a component in the preparation of catalysts used in specialized organic transformations.
• Laboratory Research: A valuable tool in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Diphosphorus Tetraiodide
CAS No.	13455-00-0
Molecular Formula	P2I4
Molecular Weight	569.57 g/mol
Synonyms	Diphosphorus tetraiodide; Phosphorus(II) iodide; Tetraiododiphosphane; Phosphorus iodide (P2I4); Diphosphorus tetraiodide; Tetraiododiphosphorus; PI2 (commonly used abbreviation); Contact for details on additional trade names.
EINECS	236-647-2

Quality Control

Our Diphosphorus Tetraiodide is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. The product undergoes rigorous quality testing, including assay and impurity profiling, to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; containers must be kept tightly sealed and opened under an inert, dry atmosphere when necessary to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange-red to dark red crystals or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (P2I4)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.