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.