PVP Iodine,also called as PVP-I,Povidone Iodine.Exists as free flowing,redish brown powder,non-irritant with good stability,dissolve in water and alcohol,insoluble in diethylethe and chloroform. Broad spectrum biocide; Water soluble, also soluble in: ethyl alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, glycols, glycerin, acetone, polyethylene glycol; Film-forming; Stable complex; Less irritating to skin and mucosa; Non-selective germicidal action; No tendency for generating bacterial resistance. Key Technical Parameters: Appearance Yellowish-Brown or reddish-brown,amorphous powder Identifications A.A deep blue color is producted. B.A brown,dry,non-smearing film is formed,and it dissolves readily in water. pH Value(10% in water) 1.5-5.0 Iodide (EP) 6.0% max. Iodide Ion(USP) 6.6% max. Loss on drying 8.0% max. Sulphated Ash(EP)       0.1% max. Residue on Ignition(USP) 0.025% Nitrogen Content(USP) 9.5-11.5% Heavy Metals(USP) 0.002% max. Available Iodine(Calculated on dried basis) 9.0-12.0% Applications: 1)Surgical disinfectant for skin and equipments 2)Disinfectant for aquatics and animals 3)Microbicide for food and feed industries 4)Antiseptic for gynecological nursing products,oral care formulations.