Appearance
Reddish-brown liquid
Function
Is moderately toxic when ingested in amounts larger than those required to disinfect water, tincture of iodine is sold labelled "for external use only," and used primarily as a disinfectant. Iodine solution is used to sanitize the surface of fruit and vegetables for bacteria and virus. Is often found in emergency survival kits, used both to disinfect wounds and to sanitize surface water for drinking.
Synonyms
Iodine USP; Unidine U20; Eranol; Iodide; Jode; Iodio; Tincture Iodine
Storage
Keep in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, ventilated area away from sources of heat or ignition.
Packages
- 25 lb. Pail
- 50 kg. Fiber Drum
- 1 lb. Bulk
Industry
- Pharmaceutical
Product Class
- Amino acids
- iodine compounds
Other
- Origin: Synthetic
- Shelf life: 1 year from mfg. date
- Freight Classification: NMFC 60000 CLASS 85
- Kosher Status: Not Kosher
- Flash Point: N/A
- Melting Point: 113 øC
- API: NO
- Allergen: NO
- Hazmat: YES
- Molecular Weight: 253.81 g/mol