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Sodium iodate

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Sodium iodate

Other names

iodic acid, sodium salt

Identifiers

CAS number

7681-55-2

Properties

Molecular formula

NaIO₃

Molar mass

197.89 g/mol

Appearance

white powder

Density

4.28 g/cm³, solid

Solubility in water

9g/100g water

Hazards

EU classification

not listed

NFPA 704

Related Compounds

Other anions

sodium iodide
sodium periodate
sodium bromate
sodium chlorate

Other cations

potassium iodate
silver iodate

Except where noted otherwise, data are given for
materials in their standard state
(at 25 °C, 100 kPa)
Infobox disclaimer and references

Sodium iodate (Na IO₃) is a chemical compound.

Additional recommended knowledge

It can also be prepared by adding iodine to a hot, concentrated solution of sodium hydroxide.

3 I₂ + 6 NaOH → NaIO₃ + 5 NaI + 3 H₂O

Conditions/substances to avoid are: heat, shock, friction, combustible materials, reducing materials, aluminum, organic compounds, carbon, hydrogen peroxide, sulfides.