Iodoform is an organoiodine compound with the formula CHI₃ is also known as triiodomethane. It is a pale yellow, crystalline, volatile solid with a characteristic penetrating odor that has long been associated with hospital antiseptics. It has a tetrahedral molecular structure and is only slightly soluble in water but readily soluble in fatty acids. When exposed to biological secretions or infected tissues, it gradually releases iodine, contributing to its antimicrobial properties. Due to its chemical reactivity and iodine content, Iodoform remains an important compound in chemical research, dental materials and antiseptic formulations.
CAS No.: 75-47-8
Synonyms: Triiodomethane, Carbon triiodide, Methyl triiodide.
| Physical Properties | |
| Chemical formula | CHI3 |
| IUPAC Name | iodoform |
| Molecular weight | 393.732 g/mol |
| Solubility | Soluble in water |
| Density | 4.008 g/cm3 |
| Appearance | Light yellow to Yellow powder to crystal |
| Storage | Store at room temperature |
| Chemical Properties | |
| Color | Yellow |
| Physical State | Solid |
| Melting Point | 119 °C |
| Boiling Point | 218 °C |
| Odor | Saffron-like, Sweetish |
| Pictograms : |  |
| Hazard Statements : | H302+H312+H332: Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. H315: Causes skin irritation. H319: Causes serious eye irritation. H335: May cause respiratory irritation. |
| Precautionary Statements: | P280: Wear protective gloves/eye protection. P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P312: Call a POISON CENTRE/doctor if you feel unwell. |
Iodoform is an organoiodine compound with the formula CHI₃ is also known as triiodomethane. It is a pale yellow, crystalline, volatile solid with a characteristic penetrating odor that has long been associated with hospital antiseptics. It has a tetrahedral molecular structure and is only slightly soluble in water but readily soluble in fatty acids. When exposed to biological secretions or infected tissues, it gradually releases iodine, contributing to its antimicrobial properties. Due to its chemical reactivity and iodine content, Iodoform remains an important compound in chemical research, dental materials and antiseptic formulations.
CAS No.: 75-47-8
Synonyms: Triiodomethane, Carbon triiodide, Methyl triiodide.
| Physical Properties | |
| Chemical formula | CHI3 |
| IUPAC Name | iodoform |
| Molecular weight | 393.732 g/mol |
| Solubility | Soluble in water |
| Density | 4.008 g/cm3 |
| Appearance | Light yellow to Yellow powder to crystal |
| Storage | Store at room temperature |
| Chemical Properties | |
| Color | Yellow |
| Physical State | Solid |
| Melting Point | 119 °C |
| Boiling Point | 218 °C |
| Odor | Saffron-like, Sweetish |
| Pictograms : | |
| Hazard Statements : | H302+H312+H332: Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. H315: Causes skin irritation. H319: Causes serious eye irritation. H335: May cause respiratory irritation. |
| Precautionary Statements: | P280: Wear protective gloves/eye protection. P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P312: Call a POISON CENTRE/doctor if you feel unwell. |
Iodoform is used in root canal therapy, organic synthesis, polymer research, analytical chemistry, and selected antiseptic formulations.
Iodoform has antimicrobial properties and has historically been used in wound dressings and antiseptic powders. Its clinical use for wound care is more limited and depends on medical guidance.
The common name for iodoform is triiodomethane, an organoiodine compound with the chemical formula CHI₃.
Iodoform is used in dentistry, such as root canal filling materials and endodontic pastes especially for infected primary teeth because of its antimicrobial activity and radiopacity.
Iodoform is an organoiodine compound containing iodine in its molecular structure, while iodine is a chemical element. They differ in composition, properties, and applications.
