Product Description
Basic Information
- Chemical Name: Sodium iodate
- Molecular Formula: NaIO3
- Molecular Weight: 197.89 g/mol
- CAS Number: 7681-55-2
- EINECS Number: 231-672-5
- Appearance: White prismatic crystals or crystalline powder
- Density: 4.28 g/mL at 25°C
- Solubility: Soluble in water and acetone; insoluble in ethanol
Physical and Chemical Properties
- Aqueous Solution: Neutral pH; acts as a strong oxidizing agent, reacting with reducing agents.
- Thermal Stability: Decomposes at high temperatures to release oxygen and form sodium iodide.
- Hygroscopicity: Absorbs moisture in humid environments.
- Crystal Structure: Orthorhombic crystal system under normal conditions.
Main Applications
- Pharmaceutical Industry:
- Used as an antiseptic and disinfectant for topical applications.
- Analytical Chemistry:
- Serves as a reagent for iodine detection and separation, and in redox titrations.
- Organic Synthesis:
- A precursor for preparing other iodates and iodate derivatives.
- Used in the synthesis of pharmaceutical intermediates (e.g., p-iodotoluene) and as a catalyst for reactions like bisindole formation.
- Feed Additives:
- Added to animal feed as a source of iodine for nutritional supplementation.
Packaging and Storage
- Packaging:
- Typically stored in brown glass wide-mouth bottles (0.5 kg or 1 kg net content) and transported in wooden cases with cushioning.
- Storage Conditions:
- Keep in a cool, ventilated warehouse at temperatures ≤30°C and relative humidity ≤80%.
- Store in a dry place, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
Safety and Toxicity
- Hazard Classifications:
- Toxicity: Acute toxicity (LD50: 505 mg/kg (oral, mouse); 119 mg/kg (intraperitoneal, mouse)). Non-toxic to humans at therapeutic doses (60 mg/day).
- Oxidizing Hazard: Reacts with flammable or reducing materials, potentially causing fire or explosion.
- Irritation: May irritate skin and eyes upon contact.
- Handling Precautions:
- Wear protective gloves, goggles, and a lab coat.
- Avoid mixing with combustible or reducing substances.
- In case of spills, isolate the area and use appropriate cleanup procedures for oxidizers.
Product Parameters
Packaging & Shipping
Liquid products |
Drum of 5kg ,10 kg ,25 kg ,50 kg 200 kg ,250 kg . 1000 kg IBC drum. TANK with 20 tons ,25 tons . |
Solid products |
Bag of 1 kg ,2 kg ,5 kg ,25 kg ,500kg ,1000 kg . Drum of 25 kg and 50 kg. |
Packaging can be customized according to customer requirements.
Company Profile
Qingdao Jinyu Chemical Co., LTD,which is located in Qingdao City, China, with registered capital of RMB 10 million, is a dynamic chemical import and export enterprise with customer demand as its own responsibility. The founder has been engaged in the chemical industry for more than 20 years. With professional technical and marketing personnel, diversified cooperative factories with synthetic technology and efficient logistics management, we provide services to customers all over the world. After years of hard work, we have selected a number of excellent chemical production cooperative enterprises in China. These enterprises have their own advantages in different chemical synthesis fields. They have passed the strict inspection of suppliers by many customers and formed a long-term and stable strategic partnership with customers. With our partners' excellent equipment, well-trained employees and mature technology, we also continue to provide customers with more products.




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