Potassium Iodate
Chemical formula : KIO3
CAS No. : 7758-05-6
Description : Potassium Iodate is an oxidizing agent and as such it can cause fires if in contact with combustible materials or reducing agents. It can be prepared by reacting a potassium-containing base such as potassium hydroxide with iodic acid. Potassium iodate is sometimes used for iodination of table salt to prevent iodine deficiency.