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CAS 7758-05-6 — Potassium iodate

Potassium iodate is an inorganic compound (IKO₃) primarily used as a food additive (E916) for iodization, a nutritional supplement, and in water treatment for disinfection and algae control. It is also employed in chemical synthesis, photography, and as an oxidizing agent in analytical chemistry. CAS 7758-05-6, molecular weight 214.00 g/mol, stable at ambient storage conditions. Classified as dangerous (signal word: Danger) due to potential health hazards if inhaled or ingested in large quantities. Molekula supplies potassium iodate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

Also known as: Potassium iodate aqueous solution, 0.05M