INTRODUCTION
Potassium iodide is an inorganic chemical compound which is denoted by the chemical formula KI. It is a metal-halide salt featuring an ionic bond between the potassium cation (K+) and the iodide anion (I–). It is colourless to white, it appears as powder or white granules. It has a highly bitter, saline taste.
It is an essential iodide source in several organic synthesis reactions. It has a variety of applications in coatings, animal feed, life sciences, pigments, polymer additives, and process chemicals. Having reactive properties, iodide can be a part of many oxidising reactions, as well as create stable ionic complexes with carbon. Iodine ions play a significant role in regulating human growth hormones.
Manufacture
Commercially it is made by mixing potassium hydroxide with iodine.
| CAS no. | 7681-11-0 |
| EINECS no. | 213-659-4 |
| Molecular formula | IK |
| Molecular weight | 166 |
| Structure | KI |
Applications
KI is a versatile compound that is used in a variety of industries
| Animal Nutrition | To address the Iodine deficiency to fulfil the nutrition needs of the Animals. Helps optimize nutrition, improve gut health, support immune function, improve the absorption of nutrients that help in extending the shelf life of feed, and reducing harmful pathogens in the feed and water animals consume. |
| Electronics | It is used as a polarizing agent in LCD and LED screens manufacturing. |
| Expectorant | It is used as an expectorant for those who suffer from chronic breathing disorders like asthma, bronchitis and emphysema. |
| Human Nutrition | Iodine is an essential element for human growth and development. Potassium Iodide is used in the manufacturing of dietary supplements for children and adults. |
| Lab Chemicals | Potassium Iodide is used in the laboratory as reagents, extraction agents and additives for various chemistry and biochemistry analysis. |
| Oil and Gas | It is used for corrosion inhibition and leak detection in upstream oil and gas production. |
| Polymer | Potassium Iodide is used as heat stabilizing agents in the manufacture of Nylon tire cord. Its main use is the manufacture of tires, where the heat resistance of the polymer is essential. |
SPECIFICATIONS
| Test | Unit | Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | – | White crystalline powder |
| Odour | – | Odourless |
| Assay (on dry basis) | % | Min 99.0 |
STORAGE
Store at ambient conditions in closed containers away from heat and moisture.
PACKING
25 kg Fiber / HDPE Drum.
CERTIFICATION
FAMI-QS, Halal & Kosher.
REACH Status
KI offered by ExSyn is registered under EU REACH regulations.
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