| Identification |
| Name: | Diiodomethane |
| Synonyms: | Methylene iodide; Methylene diiodide |
| CAS: | 75-11-6 |
| EINECS: | 200-841-5 |
| Molecular Formula: | CH2I2 |
| Molecular Weight: | 267.83 |
| InChI: | InChI=1/CH2I2/c2-1-3/h1H2 |
| Molecular Structure: |
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| Properties |
| Transport: | 2810 |
| Density: | 3.325 |
| Stability: | Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong bases. Reacts violently with alkali metal salts. May discolour on exposure to light. |
| Refractive index: | 1.737 |
| Solubility: | 14 g/L (20 oC) |
| Appearance: | light yellow or gold liquid with chloroform-like odour |
| Specification: | light yellow or gold liquid with chloroform-like odour Safety Statements:26-37/39 26:In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty
of water and seek medical advice 37/39:Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face
protection |
| Packinggroup: | III |
| HS Code: | 29033080 |
| Storage Temperature: | Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Store in opaque, air-tight containers. |
| Sensitive: | Light Sensitive |
| Color: | deep yellow |
| Usage: | Substance is used in separating mixtures of minerals. |
| Safety Data |
| Hazard Symbols |
Xi:Irritant
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