Potassium Iodide
Potassium Iodide (KI) is a chemical compound composed of potassium (K+) and iodide (I-) ions. It is an important iodine source with various applications, primarily in the fields of medicine and industry.
Description
Potassium Iodide (KI) is a chemical compound composed of potassium (K+) and iodide (I-) ions. It is an important iodine source with various applications, primarily in the fields of medicine and industry.
| Product Name | Potassium Iodide |
| Catalog Number | PU22000057 |
| CAS No. | 7681-11-0 |
| Molecular Formula | KI |
| Molecular Weight | 166.0028 g/mol |
| Grade | PUURETA (Pure) |
| HS Code | 28276010 |
| Categories | Lab Chemicals |
| EC Number | 231-659-4 |
| Synonyms | Potassium iodide |
Potassium Iodide (KI) is a chemical compound composed of potassium (K+) and iodide (I-) ions. It is an important iodine source with various applications, primarily in the fields of medicine and industry.
| Product Name | Potassium Iodide |
| Catalog Number | PL22000057 |
| CAS No. | 7681-11-0 |
| Molecular Formula | KI |
| Molecular Weight | 166.0028 g/mol |
| Grade | PLURAATA (Extra Pure) |
| HS Code | 28276010 |
| Categories | Lab Chemicals |
| EC Number | 231-659-4 |
| Synonyms | Potassium iodide |
Radiation Protection: Potassium Iodide is used as a thyroid-blocking agent in cases of radiation exposure. When taken orally, it saturates the thyroid gland with non-radioactive iodine, reducing the uptake of radioactive iodine isotopes (e.g., iodine-131) and helping protect against radioactive contamination. It is commonly stockpiled for emergency use in the event of nuclear accidents or incidents involving radioactive materials.
Pharmaceuticals: Potassium Iodide is used in some pharmaceutical formulations, such as cough syrups and expectorants, due to its mucolytic (mucus-thinning) properties.
Dye and Starch Analysis: In analytical chemistry, it is used as a reagent for detecting the presence of starch and as a stain for visualizing latent fingerprints.
Photography: In the past, it was used in photography as a component of some photographic chemicals, including developers and fixers.
Labs and Chemical Processes: Potassium Iodide serves as a reagent in various chemical reactions and laboratory experiments.
Animal Feed Supplement: It may be used as a nutritional supplement for livestock to provide essential iodine in areas with iodine-deficient soil.
Biological Staining: In biology and microscopy, it can be used to stain cell components and visualize specific structures.
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