Magnesium iodide

• CAT Number: M053465
• CAS Number: 14332-62-8
• Molecular Formula: I2Mg
• Molecular Weight: 278.11
• Purity: ≥95%
• Storage: Store at -20°C

Magnesium iodide（Cat No.:M053465）, with the chemical formula MgI₂, is an ionic compound composed of magnesium and iodine. It typically appears as a white or yellowish crystalline solid, but it is highly hygroscopic and rapidly absorbs moisture from the air, often leading to a decomposition into magnesium oxide and iodine. Magnesium iodide is used primarily in organic synthesis, where it serves as a source of iodide ions, facilitating various chemical reactions including Grignard reagents preparation. It’s also utilized in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and as a nutritional supplement in animal feeds.