• Potassium Iodide CAS 7681-11-0

Potassium Iodide CAS 7681-11-0

Potassium Iodide (KI) is an inorganic salt supplied under CAS 7681-11-0 for pharmaceutical, nutritional, and industrial applications. We can discuss USP/BP/EP and technical grade material, together with supporting documents such as COA, TDS, and SDS/MSDS, as well as sample requests and bulk supply according to buyer requirements.

 

  • CAS: 7681-11-0
  • Synonyms: KI, Potassium iodide salt, Iodide of potassium
  • Einecs: 231-659-4
  • Molecular Formula: KI
  • Grade: Industrial grade 99%
  • Package: 25kg/plastic drum
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Product Description

Product name: potassium iodide

Chemical formula: KI

Molecular weight: 166.003

CAS accession number: 7681-11-0

EINECS accession number: 231-659-4

Melting point: 681 °C

Boiling point: 1345 °C

Water solubility: easily soluble in water, soluble in ethanol, methanol, ketones, glycerin and liquid ammonia, slightly soluble in ether

Density: 3.13 g/cm³

Appearance: colorless or white crystals

Usage: Potassium iodide is a raw material for the manufacture of iodide and dyes. Used as a photosensitive emulsifier. In pharmaceutical intermediates, soaps, lithographs, organic synthesis, it is also used to make rheumatic pain relief creams with pain relief and blood activation effects. It is a co-solvent for iodine and some insoluble metal iodides. Used as a livestock feed additive.

Content: 99%

Packaging: 25kg/piece

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FAQ - Technical & Supply Chain

  • Q:

    What is the typical functional role of potassium iodide in formulations?

    A: It typically serves as a defined iodine source, providing iodide ions for controlled incorporation or reaction within chemical and pharmaceutical-related processes.
  • Q:

    Is Potassium Iodide chemically synonymous with KI?

    A: Yes, Potassium Iodide and KI refer to the same inorganic compound identified by CAS 7681-11-0, composed of potassium cations and iodide anions in a 1:1 ratio.
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