Potassium Iodate BP
Abstract:
Potassium iodate (KIO3) is a chemical compound. It is ionic, made up of K+ ions and IO3− ions in a 1:1 ratio.
Use/Application:
Potassium iodate is sometimes used for iodination of table salt to prevent iodine deficiency. Occasionally used as a maturing agent in baking. Used as an Oxidizing agent in volumetric chemical analysis.
Identity
Chemical Name: Potassium Iodate
Mol. Formula: KIO3
Mol. Weight: 214.0 g/mol
CAS no.: 7758-05-6
Specifications:
| Test | Specification |
| Characters | It occurs as a white crystalline powder. |
| Identification
Test(A) Test(B) |
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| Solubility | Slowly soluble in water; insoluble in ethanol (96%). |
| Acidity or alkalinity | pH of solution is between 5.0-8.0 |
| Clarity and colour of solution | Solution is clear, and colorless |
| Chloride, chlorate, bromide, bromate | Not more than 0.02% |
| Iodide | Not more than 20 ppm |
| Sulfate | Not more than 50 ppm |
| Loss on drying | Not more than 0.5% |
| Assay | Not less than 99.0% and not more than 101.0% of KIO3, calculated with reference to the dried substance. |
Shelf life, Storage and Packing
It should be stored in a segregated area in a cool and ventilated place away from combustible materials. Keep in a tightly closed container, sealed until ready for use. It is packed in 25kg or 50kg HDPE bags or drums as required.
Other
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We observe WHO Good manufacturing practice and Good laboratory practice.
