Potassium iodate [7758-05-6]

Potassium Iodate [7758-05-6], a member of the Potassium compounds and Iodates, periodates families, offers support for various applications in technical chemistry. Its molecular structure, represented by the formula IKO3, has a molecular weight of 214.00. This white, odourless, crystalline powder is characterized by its insolubility in alcohol and solubility in water, with one gram dissolving in approximately 15 millilitres. The pH of a 1 in 20 aqueous solution ranges between 5 and 8. Additionally, it includes no more than 0.01% chlorate. A Warning signal word is associated with this compound due to its workplace handling requirements, which may include the use of safety goggles and the prohibition of open flames, open ignition sources, and smoking.

• CAS Number: 7758-05-6
• Molecular Weight: 214.00
• Appearance: White to off white crystalline powder
• Assay as KIO3 (after drying)-Iodometric: 99.0-101.0%
• Molecular Formula: IKO3
• Exact Mass: 137.047678466
• GHS Signal Word: Warning
• Hazard Statements:
  • H315: Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]