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Magnesium iodide, ultra dry, 99.996% (metals basis)
Description
Magnesium iodide is used to prepare compounds for organic synthesis. It serves as a useful reagent in the Baylis-Hillman reaction. It reacts with cyclic sulfates of vic-diols in order to prepare the corresponding olefins.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 637°C (decomposition) |
| Color | White |
| Physical Form | Powder |
| Quantity | 100 g |
| Assay Percent Range | 99.996% (Metal basis) |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in ether,alcohol and ammonia. |
| Formula Weight | 278.12 |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Sensitivity | Hygroscopic; Light sensitive |
| Appearance | White powder |
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