| Formula / Notation | CuI |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 7681-65-4 |
| Molecular Weight | 190.45 |
| Melting Point | 606 °C |
| Boiling Point | About 1290 °C |
| Density | 5.67 |
| Solubility | Insoluble in dilute acid solutions |
| Appearance | Pellets or Large Crystals; Dry Powder |
| Also Known As | copper(1+) iodide; Copper(1+) iodide; Marshite; Hydro-Giene; Copper monoiodide; Copper iodide (cui); DTXSID5041803; 7DE9CA6IL2; DTXCID3021803; 231-674-6 |
| Category | Laboratory Reagents |
What is Copper(I) iodide?
Copper(I) iodide (CuI) is a laboratory reagent that appears as Pellets or Large Crystals; Dry Powder. It has a molecular weight of 190.45 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is copper(1+) iodide. Boiling point: About 1290 °C. Melting point: 606 °C.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: copper(1+) iodide
Other Names / Synonyms: copper(1+) iodide; Copper(1+) iodide; Marshite; Hydro-Giene; Copper monoiodide; Copper iodide (cui); DTXSID5041803; 7DE9CA6IL2; DTXCID3021803; 231-674-6
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 606 °C |
| Boiling Point | About 1290 °C |
| Density | 5.67 |
| Molecular Weight | 190.45 |
| Solubility | Insoluble in dilute acid solutions |
| Appearance | Pellets or Large Crystals; Dry Powder |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Copper(I) iodide (CuI) is a laboratory reagent that appears as Pellets or Large Crystals; Dry Powder. It has a molecular weight of 190.45 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is copper(1+) iodide. Boiling point: About 1290 °C. Melting point: 606 °C.
Used as a synthetic reagent for transformations including oxidation, reduction, coupling, or functional group manipulation.
Hazardous reagent. May be toxic, corrosive, flammable, or reactive. Use in fume hood with full PPE. Consult SDS before use.
The formula or notation for Copper(I) iodide is: CuI