Title: Stannous Iodide
CAS Registry Number: 10294-70-9
Synonyms: Tin diiodide
Molecular Formula: I2Sn
Molecular Weight: 372.52
Percent Composition: I 68.13%, Sn 31.87%
Line Formula: SnI2
Literature References: Preparation and crystal structure: Moser, Trevena,
Chem. Commun. 1969, 25.
Properties: Red, cryst powder or needles. d 5.28; mp 320°; bp 720° with decompn. Slightly sol in and dec by water; sol in solns of alkali chlorides or iodides, in benzene, chloroform, carbon disulfide.
Keep tightly closed.
Melting point: mp 320°
Boiling point: bp 720° with decompn
Density: d 5.28