Potassium Iodide - L.R. Grade Chemical Structure
Laboratory Iodide Source
Laboratory Reagent

LR Grade Potassium Iodide (KI)

Laboratory Reagent grade potassium iodide manufactured for general laboratory procedures, educational applications, and routine chemical processing. Our LR grade KI provides reliable iodide source for standard laboratory work, teaching applications, and analytical procedures.

  • 99.5% Laboratory Grade Purity
  • Excellent Iodide Source
  • Educational & Training Applications
  • Iodometric Titrations
  • Cost-Effective Laboratory Solution
  • Consistent Quality & Performance
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Formula: KI
CAS Number: 7681-11-0
EINECS Number: 231-659-4
Purity (Assay): ≥ 99.5% (LR Grade)
Physical State: White crystalline powder
Molecular Weight: 166.00 g/mol
Melting Point: 681°C
Solubility in Water: 144 g/100ml at 20°C
pH (5% solution): 7.0 - 9.0
Loss on Drying: ≤ 0.5%
Chloride (Cl): ≤ 0.005%
Sulfate (SO₄): ≤ 0.002%
Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤ 0.0005%
Iodate (IO₃): ≤ 0.001%
Storage Conditions: Cool, dry place, protect from light
Packaging Options: 250g, 500g, 1kg containers

Applications

Educational Laboratories
Iodometric Titrations
Redox Reactions
Analytical Chemistry
Starch Indicator Tests
Teaching & Training
Pharmaceutical Testing
Chemical Synthesis
Photography Applications
Quality Control
Iodine Solutions
Student Experiments

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized potassium iodide grades tailored for different laboratory and educational requirements, ensuring optimal performance and cost-effectiveness across diverse analytical and iodometric applications.

LR Grade (Laboratory Reagent)
Purity: ≥ 99.5% Iodate: ≤ 0.001% Heavy Metals: ≤ 0.0005% Application: General laboratory, educational use
Analytical Grade
Purity: ≥ 99.8% Chloride: ≤ 0.002% Sulfate: ≤ 0.001% Application: Precise analytical work
Educational Grade
Purity: ≥ 99.0% Cost-effective solution Safe for student use Application: Schools, training institutes
Pharmaceutical Grade
Purity: ≥ 99.9% USP/BP compliant Ultra-low impurities Application: Drug formulation

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's LR Grade Potassium Iodide is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting laboratory reagent specifications for educational and analytical applications. Our production ensures consistent iodide source performance and safety compliance.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Manufacturing
Laboratory Reagent Standards
≥ 99.5% Reliable Purity
Analytical Testing Protocol
Educational Grade Compliance
Consistent Iodometric Performance
Certificate of Analysis
Light-Protected Transportation

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

LR Grade Potassium Iodide exhibits excellent ionic properties and light sensitivity characteristics, making it suitable for educational demonstrations and general laboratory applications requiring controlled iodide source reactions.

Ionic Properties
Dissociation: KI → K⁺ + I⁻ (complete)
Solubility: 144 g/100ml (20°C)
Iodide Source: Reliable I⁻ ion provider
Redox Activity: Can be oxidized to I₂
Photosensitive Properties
Light Sensitivity: Decomposes in light
Iodine Liberation: 2KI + light → 2K + I₂
Storage Requirements: Dark container storage
Color Change: Yellow when decomposed
Physical Properties
Melting Point: 681°C
Boiling Point: 1330°C
Density: 3.13 g/cm³
Crystal Structure: Cubic (rock salt type)

Performance Characteristics

Performance metrics demonstrate LR Grade KI reliability in educational and general laboratory applications with consistent iodide source performance and redox activity for routine procedures.

Iodometric Performance

Effectiveness: Reliable iodide source for titrations

Consistent I⁻ availability for analysis
Educational Suitability

Safety: Enhanced protocols for light sensitivity

Ideal for teaching redox concepts
Redox Performance

Strength: Predictable oxidation behavior

Suitable for iodine generation reactions
Cost Effectiveness

Economics: Optimal cost-performance ratio

Budget-friendly laboratory solution

Safety Information

Mild irritant that can cause skin and eye irritation. Handle with appropriate protective equipment and avoid prolonged exposure. Light-sensitive material requiring proper storage. Particularly important in educational settings to ensure proper handling protocols.

Eye Irritant
Light Sensitive
Educational Safety

Storage & Handling

Store in tightly closed, dark containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from strong acids and oxidizing agents. Protect from light and moisture. Use appropriate storage equipment and maintain proper inventory management for educational institutions.

Store at 15-25°C
Dark container storage required
Protect from moisture
Away from oxidizing agents

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Potassium iodide exhibits ionic properties and redox behavior through multiple reaction pathways, making it suitable for educational demonstrations and laboratory applications requiring controlled iodide chemistry.

Ionic Dissociation

Complete dissociation: KI → K⁺ + I⁻

Ideal for ionic compound demonstrations
Redox Reactions

Oxidation to iodine: 2I⁻ → I₂ + 2e⁻

Educational demonstration of oxidation processes
Precipitation Reactions

Forms precipitates with heavy metal ions

Standard for analytical chemistry studies
Starch Test

Blue-black complex formation with starch and iodine

Important for analytical detection methods

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures safe use of iodide compounds in educational and laboratory environments with complete documentation supporting institutional safety requirements.

Educational Standards

Compliance with educational institution safety for iodide compounds

Irritant Classification

Minor eye irritant with proper handling protocols

Safety Compliance

Standard laboratory safety protocols for iodide salts

Laboratory Standards

Meets analytical grade specifications for iodide chemistry

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's educational and laboratory support team provides comprehensive guidance for iodide chemistry applications and proper use of KI in educational and analytical settings.

Educational Support
  • Iodide chemistry training programs
  • Redox reaction demonstrations
  • Starch test procedure guidance
  • Light sensitivity handling training
Analytical Services
  • Iodometric titration protocols
  • Detection method consultation
  • Redox analysis support
  • Quality control guidance

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our KI production emphasizes environmental responsibility with proper iodide waste management and comprehensive environmental impact control for educational and laboratory operations.

Iodide Recovery

Iodide recovery and recycling programs

Educational Sustainability

Supporting sustainable analytical chemistry education

Safe Disposal

Proper disposal guidance for iodide compounds

Container Programs

Light-protected container handling for iodide materials

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's laboratory reagent manufacturing facility employs controlled production technology for consistent KI quality and iodide performance across all production batches.

Production Process

Controlled iodide production with purity and stability management

Consistent iodide properties and analytical performance
Redox Testing

Iodide reactivity verification and purity testing protocols

Regular analytical performance monitoring
Quality Systems

Enhanced quality protocols for analytical applications

Comprehensive iodide compound management

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive laboratory data demonstrating KI effectiveness across educational and analytical applications with reliable iodide chemistry and redox performance metrics.

Educational Institutions
Safety Record: 99.5% incident-free iodide experiments Performance: Consistent redox demonstrations Cost Efficiency: 45% more economical vs commercial preparations
Analytical Laboratories
Reactivity: Reliable iodide performance Quality: Meets analytical chemistry standards Customer Satisfaction: 96% user approval rate

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Iodide Chemistry Expertise

Specialized knowledge in iodide compound production and analytical applications

Educational Focus

Dedicated support for educational institutions with analytical chemistry training

Quality Leadership

Enhanced quality protocols specifically designed for iodide applications

Reliable Supply

Consistent availability with light-protected storage expertise

Quality Consistency

Consistent iodide performance with certificates for laboratory applications

Partnership Approach

Long-term relationships with educational institutions and analytical support