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Product Name:
Povidone iodine
Formula:
C6H9I2NO
Synonyms:
Povadyne antiseptic;PVP-I
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CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
| Physical Description | Yellowish-brown amorphous hygroscopic powder; [HSDB] |
|---|---|
| Color/Form | Yellowish-brown amorphous hygroscopic powder |
| Odor | A slight characteristic odor |
| Solubility | Soluble in water |
| Stability/Shelf Life | Stable under recommended storage conditions. |
| pH | Aqueous solutions have a pH near 2 and may be made more neutral (but less stable) by the addition of sodium bicarbonate |
| Other Experimental Properties | Solutions do not give the familiar starch test when freshly prepared. |
| Chemical Classes | Other Uses -> Biocides/Disinfectants |
SAFETY INFORMATION
| Signal word | Danger |
|---|---|
| Pictogram(s) |
![]() Corrosion Corrosives GHS05 ![]() Environment GHS09 |
| GHS Hazard Statements |
H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H318:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H411:Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard |
| Precautionary Statement Codes |
P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P273:Avoid release to the environment. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing. P332+P313:IF SKIN irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. |
COMPUTED DESCRIPTORS
| Molecular Weight | 364.95 g/mol |
|---|---|
| Hydrogen Bond Donor Count | 0 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count | 1 |
| Rotatable Bond Count | 1 |
| Exact Mass | 364.87736 g/mol |
| Monoisotopic Mass | 364.87736 g/mol |
| Topological Polar Surface Area | 20.3 Ų |
| Heavy Atom Count | 10 |
| Formal Charge | 0 |
| Complexity | 120 |
| Isotope Atom Count | 0 |
| Defined Atom Stereocenter Count | 0 |
| Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count | 0 |
| Defined Bond Stereocenter Count | 0 |
| Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count | 0 |
| Covalently-Bonded Unit Count | 2 |
| Compound Is Canonicalized | Yes |
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
description
Povidone-iodine is a stable chemical complex of polyvinylpyrrolidone (povidone, PVP) and elemental iodine. It contains from 9.0% to 12.0% available iodine, calculated on a dry basis. Povidone iodine is used on the skin to decrease risk of infection. It is also used as a surgical hand scrub and to wash the skin and surface of the eye before surgery to help prevent infections.
RELATED SUPPLIERS
Madhu Chemicals
Mumbai
product:Purity: 99% Composition: 50 Povidone Iodine Solution, Grade: Technical


