Sodium iodate
Agent Name
Sodium iodate
CAS Number
7681-55-2
Formula
I-O3.Na
Major Category
Other Classes
Synonyms
Iodic acid (HIO3), sodium salt; Iodic acid, sodium salt; Natriumjodat [German]; [ChemIDplus] UN1479
Category
Halogens, Inorganic Compounds
Description
White solid; [Hawley] White powder; ]MSDSonline]
Sources/Uses
Used as trace mineral additive in animal feeds and table salt; Also used as a disinfectant and antiseptic; [HSDB]
Comments
An oxidizing agent; Fire hazard near organic substances; [Hawley] Toxic to retina after injection in animal studies; Iodate salts cause liver injury, hemoglobinuria, and renal failure in high-dose animal studies; Have similar hemolytic potential to chlorate and bromate salts; Chronic dosing can produce iodism with rhinitis, skin rashes, weight loss, palpitations, tremors, and occasionally symptoms of Graves disease; [HSDB] Causes convulsions, retinal changes, and proteinuria in intravenous, lethal-dose animal studies; [RTECS] An oxidizing agent; May cause fire on contact with combustible material; An irritant; May cause skin and respiratory sensitization after prolonged contact; Effects in high-dose animal studies include convulsions; [MSDSonline]
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Oxidizing solid, n.o.s."
Adverse Effects
Anemia
Hemolytic anemia
Neurotoxin
Other CNS neurotoxin
Hepatotoxin
Hepatoxic (a) from occupational exposure (secondary effect) or (b) in animal studies or in humans after ingestion
Nephrotoxin
Yes
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
Processes
Industrial Processes with risk of exposure: