Ethyl Iodide
- CAS Number
- 75-03-6
- HSN Code
- 29033930
- Molecular Formula
- C2H5I
- Catalogue Number
- AL2100
- Purity
- 99%
- Molecular Weight
- 155.97 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Iodoethane is an iodoalkane that is ethane substituted by an iodo group. It derives from a hydride of an ethane.
Also known as Iodoethane.
- Catalogue No.
- AL2100
- CAS Number
- 75-03-6
- Molecular Formula
- C2H5I
- Molecular Weight
- 155.97 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29033930
- Grade
- For Synthesis 99%
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: -108 °C; Boiling point: 72 °C; Flash point: 61 °C c.c; Density: Relative density (water = 1): 1.936; Solubility: Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20 °C: 0.4.
- Appearance
- Colourless liquid with characteristic odour. Turns dark on exposure to light
- Shelf Life
- -
- Packaging
- Available in: 100 ml glass bottle, 250 ml glass bottle with tin cap, 500 ml glass bottle with tin cap
- Storage
- Store at 15-25 oC. Store at 15-25°C, protected from light.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Ethyl Iodide
- Catalogue No.
- AL2100
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 75-03-6
- EC Number
- 200-833-1
- Grade
- For Synthesis 99%
- EC Index Number
- Not specified
- Chemical Formula
- C2H5I
- HSN Code
- 29033930
- Synonyms
- Iodoethane
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Ethylating agent in organic synthesis
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Acute Tox. 4; Skin Irrit. 2; Skin Sens. 1; Eye Irrit. 2; Resp. Sens. 1; STOT SE 3
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 6340 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Irritant, Health Hazard
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H302: Harmful if swallowed; H315: Causes skin irritation; H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled; H335: May cause respiratory irritation
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Light-sensitive, flammable
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Ethyl Iodide
- CAS No.
- 75-03-6
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- Wash with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth and seek medical attention.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Irritation of eyes, skin, and respiratory tract; headache; dizziness.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- The vapour is heavier than air.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area. Remove all sources of ignition. Ventilate area.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Remove all ignition sources. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in covered containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from heat and ignition sources.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Fireproof. Separated from strong bases and strong oxidants.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless to pale yellow
- Odour
- Ether-like
- Odour threshold
- Not specified
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not specified
- Melting point
- -108 °C
- Freezing point
- Not specified
- Boiling point
- 72 °C
- Flash point
- 61 °C c.c.
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not specified
- Decomposition temperature
- Not specified
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Flammable liquid
- Vapour pressure
- Vapor pressure, kPa at 18 °C: 13.3
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Relative vapor density (air = 1): 5.4 (calculated)
- Density
- Relative density (water = 1): 1.936
- Solubility
- Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20 °C: 0.4
- Log Pow
- 2.0
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not specified
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not specified
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not specified
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Reacts with strong oxidizing agents and bases.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on burning. This produces iodine and hydrogen iodide. Reacts with strong bases and strong oxidants.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizers, bases, and light.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- Not specified
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- Moderately toxic; LD50 (oral, rat) 2000 mg/kg.
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- H315: Causes skin irritation
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction; H334: May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- H335: May cause respiratory irritation
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- 1993
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- 1993
- UN-No. (IATA)
- 1993
- UN-No. (ADN)
- 1993
- UN-No. (RID)
- 1993
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Ethyl Iodide
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Ethyl Iodide
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Ethyl Iodide
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Ethyl Iodide
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Ethyl Iodide
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 3
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- III
- Packing group (IMDG)
- III
- Packing group (IATA)
- III
- Packing group (ADN)
- III
- Packing group (RID)
- III
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as a strong ethylating reagent in pharmaceutical and organic synthesis, notably in N-ethylation reactions.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL00700
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 155.97 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | 99% min | 99.5% |
| Density | 1.940 g/mL | 1.940 g/mL |
| Boiling Point | 78.3 °C | 78.5 °C |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid | Colorless liquid |
| Odour | Ether-like | Ether-like |
The above product is expected to comply with For Synthesis 99% grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| For Synthesis 99% | 99% | m.p. -108 °C; b.p. 72 °C | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20 °C: 0.4 |
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