It is used as a dough conditioner. It is an oxidant added to lotions and ointments as an antiseptic, disinfectant and deodorant. It is used in animal feed to correct iodine deficiency and prevent various animal diseases. In food industry it is used for iodisation of table salt.
Technical Details
CAS No
7789-80-2
Mol. Formula
Ca(IO3)2
Mol. Weigh
389.90
Category
Antiseptic, Source of Iodine
Specification
Description
White crystalline powder; odourless
Solubility
Soluble in nitric acid; insoluble in alcohol; slightly soluble in water
Lead
Not more than 4 mg/kg
Arsenic
Passes as per test
Heavy metals
Passes as per test
Assay
99.0 % to 101.0 % w/w
Standard Packing: 25 KG HDPE Drum with double inner polythene bag.