Povidone iodine
CAS: 25655-41-8
Purity: 99%
Molecular formula: C6H9I2NO
Molecular weight: 364.95
EINECS number: 607-771-8
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1. Disinfection and sterilization: Povidone iodine has a broad spectrum of antibacterial action, which can effectively kill bacteria, fungi, viruses, parasites and other microorganisms, helping to prevent infection.
2. Skin disinfection: Povidone iodine can be used for skin disinfection, cleaning wounds, burns, incisions and other skin surface, prevent infection and promote wound healing.
3. Hand disinfection: In medical Settings, Povidone iodine is often used for hand disinfection to help health care workers keep their hands clean and reduce the risk of cross infection.
4. Surgical procedures: In surgical procedures, Povidone iodine can be used for skin disinfection and surgical site disinfection to ensure a sterile environment for surgical operations.
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Povidone iodine is an antibacterial disinfectant widely used in the medical field, and its main component is iodine.



