Iodic acid
Agent Name
Iodic acid
CAS Number
7782-68-5
Formula
H-I-O3
Major Category
Toxic Gases & Vapors
Synonyms
Monoiodic acid; [ChemIDplus] UN3085
Category
Acids, Inorganic
Description
Colorless solid; [Hawley] Colorless or light yellow powder; [MSDSonline] Forms rhombohedral crystals--decompose at 110 deg C; [Ullmann]
Sources/Uses
Used as an astringent and disinfectant; [Merck Index] Used in analytical chemistry and in medicine (as 1-3% solution); [Hawley]
Comments
Reacts vigorously with organic matter; Oxidizes iodide to iodine, sulfite to sulfate, and hydrogen sulfide to sulfur; [Ullmann] Corrosive to skin and eyes; [eChemPortal: ERMA] May cause fire on contact with combustible materials; A corrosive substance that can cause injury to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; Inhalation may cause chemical pneumonitis; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Oxidizing solid, corrosive, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Processes
Industrial Processes with risk of exposure: