Potassium Iodide 99.5%

Description:

Cas No. 7681-11-0

Molecular weight: 166.00

Potassium Iodide  is a chemical compound composed of potassium and iodine. It is commonly used in various applications, including:

1. Medical Use:
   • Thyroid Protection: Potassium iodide is often administered in situations where radioactive iodine is released into the environment, such as after a nuclear accident. It can block the thyroid gland’s absorption of radioactive iodine, reducing the risk of thyroid cancer and other thyroid-related conditions.
   • Treatment of Iodine Deficiency: KI is also used in the treatment and prevention of iodine deficiency, which can lead to thyroid problems, including goiter.
   • Expectorant: In some cases, KI is used as an expectorant to help loosen mucus in the airways.
2. Laboratory Use:
   • It is used as a reagent in various chemical reactions and analyses, including in the preparation of iodine solutions and in redox titrations.
3. Industrial Use:
   • KI is used in the production of photographic films, and also in some manufacturing processes that require iodine.

Potassium iodide is usually available in powder form, which can be ingested or dissolved in water. It’s important to use it according to medical guidance as excess iodine can have adverse effects.

Specification: 

Purity: 99.5%

Color: White

Appearance: Crystalline powder