- Product Name: Povidone Iodine
- CAS: 25655-41-8
- Catalog: HG-BULK023
- Applications: Wound Care and Antiseptic Products, Surgical Antiseptics, Cosmetics and Personal Care, Dental Care.
Povidone iodine is a widely used antiseptic compound consisting of polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) complexed with iodine. Known for its broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, Povidone Iodine is effective against a wide range of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, molds, and spores. The compound is highly regarded for its ability to deliver iodine in a controlled and stable manner, ensuring both efficacy and safety.
Key Features
Solubility
- Completely water-soluble, ensuring easy application and quick antimicrobial action.
Broad-Spectrum Antimicrobial Activity
- It effective against a wide range of microorganisms including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores.
Non-Irritating and Stable
- It offers a gentle yet potent antiseptic effect without causing irritation to skin or tissues, and remains stable under typical storage conditions.
Controlled Release of Iodine
- The hydrophilic nature of PVP facilitates the controlled release of iodine, maximizing its efficacy in targeting microbial cells.
Technical Data
| Items | Specification |
| Appearance | Reddish brown to yellowish brown amorphous powder |
| Available iodine | 18.5-21.0% |
| Ash | ≤ 0.1% |
| Loss on drying | ≤ 8.0% |
| Iodide Ion | ≤ 13.5% |
| Arsenic salt | ≤ 1.5ppm |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 20ppm |
| Nitrogen content | 8.0-11.0% |
Applications
Povidone iodine from Alfa Chemistry has a wide range of uses in various industries:
Wound Care and Antiseptic Products
- Used in the treatment of cuts, abrasions, and minor burns to prevent infections.
Surgical Antiseptics
- Commonly used for prepping the skin prior to surgeries and other medical procedures to reduce the risk of infection.
Cosmetics and Personal Care
- Incorporated into lotions, ointments, and other topical products to enhance their antimicrobial properties.
Dental Care
- Used in mouthwashes and other oral hygiene products to help prevent infections in the oral cavity.
Storage and Packaging
- Storage Conditions: Stored in a cool, dry, and shaded environment.
- Packaging: Available in 25 kg cardboard drums.
Alfa Chemistry's povidone iodine effectively targets bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores, making it ideal for medical, pharmaceutical, and personal care applications in infection prevention and treatment. For more information, please feel free to contact us.
