It finds it use in photography, process engraving, lithography, analytical chemistry, and electroplating; Also used as in lubricants, phosphors. Used for cadmium electrode position and in photoconductors.
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Applications
It finds it use in photography, process engraving, lithography, analytical chemistry, and electroplating; Also used as in lubricants, phosphors. Used for cadmium electrode position and in photoconductors.
Solubility
Very soluble in water, slightly soluble in acetone, ethanol and diethyl ether.
Notes
Light Sensitive & Hygroscopic. Store away from oxidizing agents, light and water/moisture. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition. Store under inert gas.
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
- Dipak Prajapati and Jagir S. Sandhu. Cadmium iodide as a new catalyst for knoevenagel condensations.J. Chem. Soc., Perkin Trans. 1.;1993,6739-740.
- J. L. Lambert. Linear Starch Reagents. Cadmium Iodide-Linear Starch Reagent.Anal. Chem.,1951,23(9), 1247-1251.