Description

Chromium (II) Iodide is an inorganic salt of chromium in the +2 oxidation state. This compound is valued in specialized chemical synthesis and materials research for its role as a precursor and reducing agent. It is primarily utilized by industrial R&D laboratories and manufacturers in the chemical and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for the preparation of other chromium complexes and organometallic compounds.
• Catalysis Research: Investigated as a potential catalyst or catalyst component in organic transformation reactions.
• Materials Science: Used in the research and development of novel inorganic materials and thin films.
• Laboratory Reagent: Serves as a specialized reducing agent in analytical and synthetic chemistry applications.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs for fundamental studies in inorganic and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chromium (II) Iodide
CAS No.	13478-28-9
Molecular Formula	CrI₂
Molecular Weight	305.81 g/mol
Synonyms	Chromium diiodide; Chromous iodide; Chromium iodide (CrI2); Dichromium tetraiodide (for dimeric form); CrI2; Iodochromium(II)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Chromium (II) Iodide is produced and handled under controlled conditions to maintain its chemical integrity. Each batch undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity and assay results are 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). Due to its hygroscopic and easily oxidized nature, this material should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) in a moisture-free environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brown to black crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (CrI₂)	≥ 95.0 %
Water Content (KF)	Contact for details

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