1,5-Diiodopentane

CAS NO.：628-77-3
Empirical Formula: C5H10I2
Molecular Weight: 323.94
MDL number: MFCD00001101
EINECS: 211-054-1
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2025-02-18 19:55:12

What is 1,5-Diiodopentane ?

Chemical properties

clear light yellow to orange liquid

The Uses of 1,5-Diiodopentane

1,5-Diiodopentane is used as a crosslinking reagent. It is used in the preparation of (iodoalkylaminocarbene)tungsten complexes. It is also used as alkylation to form unsubstituted cyclohexane. It is involved in the preparation of poly(1-vinyl imidazole-co-elthylene glycol methyl ether acrylate electrolytes and used for quasi-solid state dye-sensitized solar cells.

General Description

Electrochemical reduction of 1,5-diiodopentane at carbon electrodes in DMF containing tetramethylammonium perchlorate has been studied by cyclic voltammetry and controlled-potential electrolysis.

Safety Profile

Mutation data reported. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic vapors of Ií.

Properties of 1,5-Diiodopentane

Melting point:	9°C
Boiling point:	101-102 °C/3 mmHg (lit.)
Density	2.177 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
refractive index	1.5992-1.6012
Flash point:	>110°C
storage temp.	Keep in dark place,Sealed in dry,Room Temperature
form	clear liquid
color	Light yellow to Yellow to Orange
Water Solubility	insoluble
Sensitive	Light Sensitive
BRN	1697281
CAS DataBase Reference	628-77-3(CAS DataBase Reference)
NIST Chemistry Reference	Pentane, 1,5-diiodo-(628-77-3)
EPA Substance Registry System	Pentane, 1,5-diiodo- (628-77-3)

Safety information for 1,5-Diiodopentane

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H335:Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure;Respiratory tract irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P261:Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P271:Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.