CAS 7681-65-4 Copper(I) iodide - Catalysts / Alfa Chemistry

Synonyms

Iodocopper

Molecular Weight

190.45

Molecular Formula

CuI

Canonical SMILES

[Cu]I

InChI

InChI=1S/Cu.HI/h;1H/q+1;/p-1

InChI Key

LSXDOTMGLUJQCM-UHFFFAOYSA-M

Melting Point

605 °C

Purity

99%

Appearance

Powder

Storage

Store below +30°C.

Exact Mass

189.83407

Monoisotopic Mass

189.83407

Rotatable Bond Count

Topological Polar Surface Area

0 Å²

Application

Copper(I) iodide serves a versatile role in various applications due to its unique chemical properties. It primarily functions as a catalyst in organic synthesis, facilitating a range of reactions including the conversion of aryl bromides and vinyl bromides to their corresponding iodides, and enabling key processes such as the Heck, Stille, Suzuki, and Ullmann reactions. Additionally, it is used in the preparation of alkynyl imines, pyrroles, and pyrrole heterocycles, and it aids in forming BTBT derivatives for use in semiconductor technologies. Beyond organic synthesis, copper(I) iodide is employed in the creation of ice-nucleating agents, the modification of resins, and as a crucial component in cathode ray tube coverings. It also acts as a source of iodine in iodized salt and animal feed, as well as an indicator for temperature changes when paired with mercuric iodide. Its limited solubility in water and potential to act as a weak oxidizing or reducing agent expands its utility in various chemical environments.

December 21, 2024

Efficient Catalyst in Organic Synthesis

Copper(I) iodide from Alfa Chemistry is essential in my research, catalyzing complex reactions like Sandmeyer and Ullmann. Its reliable performance in synthesizing aryl iodides facilitates N-arylation and other crucial transformations. Delightful experience!