Description

Iodophor CAS NO 39392-86-4 is a broad-spectrum antiseptic and disinfectant complex, typically consisting of iodine complexed with a solubilizing agent like polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) or nonoxynol. This formulation provides the potent germicidal efficacy of iodine while significantly reducing its irritation and staining properties. It is an essential chemical for industries requiring reliable, fast-acting microbial control. Key sectors that utilize this product include pharmaceutical manufacturing, healthcare for surgical scrubs, food & beverage processing for equipment sanitation, and water treatment.

Application

• Pharmaceutical & Medical Device Manufacturing: Used for disinfecting cleanrooms, equipment surfaces, and as an active ingredient in topical antiseptic preparations and surgical scrubs.
• Healthcare & Veterinary Antisepsis: Applied as a pre-operative skin prep for patients and surgical staff, and for disinfecting wounds and mucous membranes.
• Food & Beverage Industry Sanitation: Effective for sanitizing processing equipment, conveyor belts, and food contact surfaces to control microbial load.
• Dairy & Brewery Sanitization: Employed in clean-in-place (CIP) and sterilize-in-place (SIP) systems to maintain hygienic conditions.
• Water Treatment: Acts as a disinfectant for potable water and in recreational water systems like swimming pools and spas.
• Agricultural & Aquaculture Biosecurity: Used for disinfecting equipment, tanks, and facilities to prevent the spread of pathogens.
• Industrial Preservative: Serves as a biocide in cooling water systems, metalworking fluids, and adhesives to prevent microbial degradation.
• Household & Institutional Disinfectants: Formulated into general-purpose disinfectant sprays, wipes, and solutions for hard surfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iodophor
CAS No.	39392-86-4
Molecular Formula	Complex of I₂ with carrier polymer (e.g., (C₆H₉NO)ₙ)
Molecular Weight	Variable (complex mixture)
Synonyms	Povidone-Iodine; Polyvinylpyrrolidone-Iodine complex; PVP-I; Iodine-PVP complex; Betadine (trade name); Isodine; Undecoylium chloride-iodine; Poloxamer-Iodine complex; Nonoxynol-Iodine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Iodophor is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets specifications for critical parameters such as available iodine content, pH, and heavy metal limits. We can provide material compliant with relevant pharmacopeial standards (e.g., USP, EP, BP, JP) for pharmaceutical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and performance is available for every shipment upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This product is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be kept separate from strong reducing agents and ammonia compounds.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brownish-red powder or solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Available Iodine)	9.0% - 12.0% (or as specified)
pH (1% Solution)	2.0 - 4.5
Loss on Drying	≤ 8.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Microbial Limit	Meets specified requirements

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.