Description

Rubidium Iodide is an inorganic salt of rubidium and iodine, widely recognized for its utility in specialized chemical synthesis and advanced material science. Its high purity and consistent quality make it a critical reagent for research and development in fields requiring precise ionic components. This compound is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, electronics, and optical glass industries, where its unique properties are leveraged for creating specialized compounds and materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Optical Material Production: A key component in the manufacture of specialized optical glasses and crystals for lenses and prisms.
• Electrolyte Additive: Employed in advanced battery systems and electrochemical research to modify electrolyte properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a source of rubidium ions in organometallic chemistry and the preparation of other rubidium salts.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for catalysis studies, material science, and fundamental chemical research.
• Spectroscopy: Acts as a matrix or reference material in various spectroscopic analytical techniques.

Basic Information

Product Name	Rubidium Iodide
CAS No.	7790-29-6
Molecular Formula	RbI
Molecular Weight	212.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Rubidium(I) iodide; Rubidium monoiodide; Hydroiodic acid, rubidium salt; Rubidium iodide (RbI); Rubidium iodide anhydrous; Rubidium iodide, ultra dry; Rubidium iodide, 99.9%
EINECS	232-198-1

Quality Control

Our Rubidium Iodide is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, impurity profiling, and physical characterization, to meet exacting customer requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment. We can supply material compliant with various in-house specifications, including high-purity grades suitable for research and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the product must be stored in a cool, dry place with minimal humidity exposure. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of moisture and carbon dioxide from the air.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (RbI)	≥ 99.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.01%
Sulfate (SO₄)	≤ 0.01%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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