Uses
Pharmaceutical compositions containing 3-Iodo-1,2-propanediol are effective in increasing the output of thin respiratory tract fluid and liquefying tenacious mucus in the bronchial tree.
General Description
Crystals or light yellow powder.
Air & Water Reactions
3-iodopropane-1,2-diol may be sensitive to prolonged exposure to light and moisture. . Water soluble.
Reactivity Profile
A halogenated alcohol. Flammable and/or toxic gases are generated by the combination of alcohols with alkali metals, nitrides, and strong reducing agents. They react with oxoacids and carboxylic acids to form esters plus water. Oxidizing agents convert them to aldehydes or ketones. Alcohols exhibit both weak acid and weak base behavior. They may initiate the polymerization of isocyanates and epoxides.
Fire Hazard
Flash point data for 3-iodopropane-1,2-diol are not available; however, 3-iodopropane-1,2-diol is probably combustible.
