High-purity Potassium Iodide (KI) conforming to BP, EP and USP specifications. Supplied as a white crystalline powder in sealed aluminium bags to help maintain product quality during storage. Suitable for laboratory, research, educational, analytical, industrial and chemical applications where high-purity Potassium Iodide is required.

Key Features

✔ BP, EP & USP Grade Quality

✔ Assay: 99.0% – 101.5%

✔ High Purity Potassium Iodide (KI)

✔ White Crystalline Powder

✔ Very Soluble in Water

✔ Secure Moisture-Resistant AluBag Packaging

✔ Available in 10g, 50g & 100g Sizes

✔ Ideal for Laboratory, Research & Technical Applications

Uses

1. Preparation of Lugol's iodine solutions
2. Laboratory reagent and analytical chemistry applications
3. Educational and research projects
4. Photographic and silver iodide preparation applications
5. Scientific and biomedical research applications

📋 Product Details

Available Sizes:

• 10g
• 50g
• 100g (Supplied as 2 x 50g AluBags)

Grade: BP / EP / USP

Form: White Crystalline Powder

Chemical Formula: KI

How to Use – 5 Popular Applications

1. Preparing Lugol's Iodine Solution

Step 1: Measure the required quantity of Potassium Iodide.

Step 2: Add to distilled water and stir until dissolved.

Step 3: Follow your chosen formulation procedure.

Step 4: Transfer to a suitable storage container.

Step 5: Label appropriately and store away from direct light.

2. Laboratory Reagent Preparation

Step 1: Weigh the required amount using an accurate scale.

Step 2: Add to distilled water.

Step 3: Stir until completely dissolved.

Step 4: Use according to laboratory procedures.

Step 5: Record concentrations and batch information.

3. Educational Demonstrations

Step 1: Prepare a diluted solution as required.

Step 2: Follow experiment instructions.

Step 3: Wear appropriate PPE.

Step 4: Conduct experiments in a controlled environment.

Step 5: Dispose of materials responsibly.

4. Photography & Silver Iodide Applications

Step 1: Measure the required quantity.

Step 2: Dissolve according to the formulation being used.

Step 3: Add to photographic processing mixtures where applicable.

Step 4: Mix thoroughly.

Step 5: Store prepared solutions appropriately.

5. Research Applications

Step 1: Calculate required concentration.

Step 2: Accurately weigh the material.

Step 3: Dissolve in a suitable solvent.

Step 4: Prepare test solutions according to protocol.

Step 5: Document preparation details for reproducibility.

Safety Information

• For laboratory, research, industrial and educational use only.
• Not intended for use as a food, feed, medicine, dietary supplement or pharmaceutical product.
• Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
• Use appropriate protective gloves, eye protection and laboratory practices.
• Avoid inhalation of dust.
• Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight.
• Keep container tightly sealed when not in use.
• Keep out of reach of children.

📈 Other Names

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❓ FAQ

1. What purity is this Potassium Iodide?

The product has an assay specification of 99.0%–101.5%.

2. What packaging is supplied?

The product is supplied in sealed aluminium bags. The 100g option is supplied as 2 x 50g bags.

3. Is Potassium Iodide soluble in water?

Yes, it is very soluble in water and readily forms clear solutions when dissolved correctly.

4. Can this be used for laboratory applications?

Yes, it is suitable for laboratory, analytical, research and technical applications.

5. How should the product be stored?

Store in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry location away from moisture and direct sunlight.

Technical Specification

Chemical Name: Potassium Iodide

Chemical Formula (M.F): KI

Molecular Weight (M.W): 166.00 g/mol

Grade: BP / EP / USP

Assay: 99.0 – 101.5%

Description: White Crystalline Powder

Melting Point: 681°C

Identification: Meets requirements for Potassium & Iodides

Solubility:

• Very soluble in Water
• Freely soluble in Glycerine
• Soluble in Alcohol

Loss on Drying: < 0.8%

Iodate: < 4 ppm

Alkalinity: Not more than 0.5mL of 0.01M HCl

Limit of Ammonia, Nitrate & Nitrite:

• No blue colouration of the paper is discernible

Thiosulphate & Barium:

• No turbidity develops within one minute

Heavy Metals: < 0.001%

Iron: < 2 ppm

Sulphates: < 102 ppm

Residual Solvents:

• Chloroform ≤ 60 ppm
• 1,4-Dioxane ≤ 380 ppm
• Methylene Chloride ≤ 600 ppm
• Trichloroethylene ≤ 80 ppm