Specifications Table

Product Name – Zinc Iodide Starch Solution

Quantity/Pack Size – 100 ml

Form – Liquid

Grade – Analytical Reagent

Application – Iodine Detection, Titration Indicator, Redox Reactions

Product Overview

The Zinc Iodide Starch Solution is a high-purity, ready-to-use reagent meticulously formulated for precise laboratory applications. This solution is an indispensable indicator, especially valued for its distinct ability to detect iodine in a wide array of chemical reactions. Comprising zinc iodide and soluble starch, it leverages the well-known property of starch to form a characteristic deep blue-black complex upon interaction with iodine. This vivid color change provides a clear and unambiguous visual signal, making it exceptionally reliable for end-point determinations in redox titrations where iodine is a reactant or product. Crafted to an analytical reagent grade, this solution guarantees consistent performance and high sensitivity, crucial for accurate and reproducible results. Its stability ensures analysts can depend on its efficacy across multiple experiments, contributing to overall integrity. Careful preparation minimizes impurities, preventing interference with sensitive reactions and ensuring purity of analytical procedures. This product is a fundamental tool for anyone involved in quantitative or qualitative analysis requiring robust iodine detection capabilities, providing clarity and precision. It meets the rigorous demands of laboratory professionals seeking reliable and accurate indicators. The solution’s formulation ensures a long shelf life when stored correctly, maintaining reactive properties. Adherence to proper handling and storage protocols, like keeping it in a cool, dark place away from direct light, is highly recommended to maintain optimal reactivity and extend its utility in the laboratory, ensuring it remains an effective component of your chemical toolkit for critical analyses.

FAQs

1. What is the primary application of Zinc Iodide Starch Solution?

This solution is primarily used as an indicator in redox titrations, particularly for detecting the presence of iodine, where it forms a distinct blue-black complex.

2. How should I store this solution to maintain its effectiveness?

For optimal performance, store the Zinc Iodide Starch Solution in a cool, dark place, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures, in its original sealed container.

3. Can this solution detect substances other than iodine?

While highly specific for iodine, the starch-iodine complex is the most prominent reaction. Other oxidizing agents might interfere or degrade the starch, but it’s not typically used for their direct detection.

4. What safety precautions should be taken when handling this solution?

Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including gloves and eye protection, when handling this solution. Avoid ingestion and direct skin or eye contact. Work in a well-ventilated area.

5. Is this product suitable for quantitative analysis?

Yes, its consistent formulation and clear endpoint indication make it highly suitable for quantitative analytical procedures involving iodine or iodine-producing reactions.