Description

Carbon Tetraiodide is a high-purity, crystalline iodine compound with the CAS registry number 507-25-5. It serves as a critical reagent in advanced organic synthesis and materials science, valued for its role as a potent iodinating agent. This product is essential for research laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking precise molecular transformations.

Application

• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Primarily used as a powerful iodination agent for introducing iodine atoms into organic molecules.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Material Science Precursor: Acts as a source material for producing metal iodides or iodine-containing polymers and advanced materials.
• Laboratory Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying reaction mechanisms and developing new synthetic methodologies.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of certain iodine-containing pesticides and herbicides.
• Analytical Chemistry: May serve as a standard or reagent in specific analytical procedures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Carbon Tetraiodide
CAS No.	507-25-5
Molecular Formula	CI4
Molecular Weight	519.63 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetraiodomethane; Carbon Iodide; Iodocarbon; Tetriodomethane; Periodomethane; Carbon(IV) Iodide; CI4
EINECS	208-068-5

Quality Control

Our Carbon Tetraiodide is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profiling. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Red to violet crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (CI4)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	168 - 171 °C (dec.)

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