Potassium Iodate

ID: 2170

Product Description: Potassium Iodate

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CAS Number: 7758-05-06

EC Number: 231-831-9

MDL: MFCD00011406

MF: KIO3

MW: 214

MOQ: 5kg

Minimum Purity: 98%

Pubchem: 23665710

InChi Key: JLKDVMWYMMLWTI-UHFFFAOYSA-M

InChi: 1S/HIO3.K/c2-1(3)4;/h(H,2,3,4);/q;+1/p-1

SMILES: [O-]I(=O)=O.[K+]

Potassium iodate — CAS number 7758-05-06 — is used in food fortification, pharmaceuticals and chemical applications. Iofina supplies high-quality potassium iodate to meet industry standards, ensuring purity and consistency. It is an essential compound for many applications but needs careful handling as improper use or excessive exposure can pose health risks, including thyroid imbalances and irritation to the respiratory tract, eyes and skin.

What Is Potassium Iodate?

Potassium iodate is an organic, odorless, crystalline compound containing iodine in its oxidized form. It is highly stable, making it a reliable iodine source in food and pharmaceutical products. Unlike potassium iodide, it does not degrade as quickly, making it particularly useful in long-term iodine supplementation.

One of this compound’s most significant roles is in salt iodization, where it prevents iodine deficiency disorders by ensuring a stable supply of dietary iodine. Potassium iodate is also a strong oxidizing agent, suitable for various chemical reactions. Due to its stability, it is used in emergency radiation exposure treatments, where it helps prevent radioactive iodine uptake by the thyroid. Potassium iodate is moderately soluble in water and maintains effectiveness under different environmental conditions, further enhancing its utility in diverse applications.

Applications for Potassium Iodate

Potassium iodate serves several essential functions across multiple industries, including:

Food fortification: Governments and food manufacturers commonly use potassium iodate to iodize salt, which helps to prevent iodine deficiency disorders worldwide.
Pharmaceutical use: Medical professionals include potassium iodate in certain thyroid medications and radiation protection treatments to safeguard against radioactive iodine exposure.
Chemical manufacturing: Industrial applications use potassium iodate as a reagent in oxidation reactions and iodine-based compound synthesis.
Laboratory and research: Scientists rely on potassium iodate as a standardizing agent in chemical analysis and titration procedures.

Why Choose Iofina?

Iofina is a trusted leader in iodine production and supply, offering sustainable and high-quality potassium iodate for diverse applications. Our eco-friendly extraction process minimizes environmental impact while ensuring a consistent, high-purity product. As a leading North American-based supplier, we provide expert technical support and product offerings, enabling businesses to optimize their use of potassium iodate and other iodine products. Our commitment to strict quality control guarantees reliable performance in every batch. No matter what you need potassium iodate for, Iofina delivers the expertise, sustainability and dependability you can trust.