Description

Magnesium Iodide is an inorganic salt of magnesium and iodine, widely utilized as a versatile reagent in organic synthesis and specialty chemical manufacturing. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a powerful Lewis acid catalyst and a source of iodide ions for various halogenation and coupling reactions. This compound is essential for R&D laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and material science sectors seeking reliable, high-purity raw materials.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a catalyst or reactant in Grignard-type reactions, deprotection, and cyclization processes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and complex organic molecules.
• Chemical Research: Serves as a fundamental reagent in academic and industrial research for developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Material Science Precursor: Employed in the preparation of specialty inorganic materials and dopants.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a source of magnesium or iodide ions in specific analytical procedures and calibrations.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Magnesium Iodide
CAS No.	14332-62-8
Molecular Formula	MgI2
Molecular Weight	278.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Magnesium diiodide; Magnesium(II) iodide; Iodic acid, magnesium salt; Magnesium iodide anhydrous; Magnesium iodide (MgI2); Magnesane, diiodo-; EINECS 238-276-9
EINECS	238-276-9

Quality Control

Our Magnesium Iodide is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, with products tested against rigorous in-house specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is available for every batch upon request, supporting compliance in regulated applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (MgI2)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.1 %

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