8975. Sulfur Iodide

Nomenclature

CAS number: 1312-15-8
Iodosulfane.

Description and references

Approx SI. Obtained by fusing together 4 parts iodine with 1 part sulfur. It probably contains free iodine as well as free sulfur.

Properties

Grayish-black masses of metallic luster and iodine odor. Insol in water; sol in carbon disulfide, alcohol, ether, in about 50 parts glycerol. KI soln dissolves a portion of the iodine leaving free sulfur. Keep well closed.

Therapeutic Category

Dermatologic.

Therapeutic Category (Veterinary)

Has been used in chronic eczema, ringworm, mange.