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product_id: 326882504
title: "Carolina Iodine-Potassium Iodide Solution, Lab Grade – 500 mL Starch Indicator | Ideal for Bacterial Starch Hydrolysis Tests | for Educational Lab Use Only"
brand: "carolina"
price: "S$26"
currency: SGD
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# 500 mL Volume 2% Potassium Iodide 1% Iodine Carolina Iodine-Potassium Iodide Solution, Lab Grade – 500 mL Starch Indicator | Ideal for Bacterial Starch Hydrolysis Tests | for Educational Lab Use Only

**Brand:** carolina
**Price:** S$26
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🔍 Discover the Power of Iodine!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Carolina Iodine-Potassium Iodide Solution, Lab Grade – 500 mL Starch Indicator | Ideal for Bacterial Starch Hydrolysis Tests | for Educational Lab Use Only by carolina
- **How much does it cost?** S$26 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- carolina enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted carolina brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Convenient Storage:** Green storage code ensures safe and easy handling.
- • **Comprehensive Support:** Access unparalleled technical support for all your queries.
- • **Quality You Can Trust:** Laboratory-grade solution from a reputable supplier since 1927.
- • **Versatile Applications:** Ideal for educators, professionals, and hobbyists alike.
- • **Unleash Your Inner Scientist:** Perfect for differentiating bacteria with precision.

## Overview

The Iodine-Potassium Iodide Solution is a laboratory-grade chemical, featuring 1% iodine and 2% potassium iodide in a 500 mL bottle. It is essential for differentiating bacteria based on their starch hydrolysis capabilities. With a legacy dating back to 1927, Carolina Biological Supply Company provides reliable products and exceptional customer support.

## Description

Synonym: IKI Notes: 1% iodine, 2% potassium iodide; use to differentiate bacteria based on their ability to hydrolyze starch. 500 mL. Storage Code: Green general chemical storage Laboratory Grade Intermediate purity. Suitable for educational laboratories. Use for qualitative analysis, not quantitative analysis. This product is specially made for use in science education laboratories; no certificate of analysis is available.

## Features

- 95+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE - Carolina Biological has over 95 years of experience in providing high-quality science education materials, trusted by educators worldwide. As a leader in the field, they are committed to advancing hands-on learning, offering a vast range of biological specimens, lab equipment, and instructional materials. Carolina’s dedication to innovation, quality, and ethical sourcing has made them a go-to resource for schools, colleges, and independent learners.
- SAFE GENERAL STORAGE – Assigned a green storage code for standard chemical storage in educational environments.
- DESIGNED FOR TEACHING USE – Intended specifically for science education, not suitable for quantitative testing and does not come with a certificate of analysis.
- SUITABLE FOR EDUCATIONAL LABS – Laboratory-grade solution with intermediate purity, perfect for qualitative analysis in classroom experiments and lab exercises.
- RELIABLE STARCH INDICATOR – A 1% iodine, 2% potassium iodide solution (IKI), commonly used to test bacterial ability to hydrolyze starch in microbiology labs.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0932X18CJ |
| Best Sellers Rank | #371,341 in Industrial & Scientific ( See Top 100 in Industrial & Scientific ) #529 in Analytical Reagents |
| Brand Name | Carolina |
| Container Type | Bottle |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (25) |
| Included Components | not_applicable |
| Item Form | Liquid |
| Item Weight | 1.7 pounds |
| Manufacturer | Carolina Biological Supply Company |
| Molecular Weight | 32.07 |
| Part Number | 869055 |
| UPC | 840132647014 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Volume | 500 ml |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Carolina
- **Item Volume:** 500 ml
- **Item Weight:** 1.7 pounds
- **Molecular weight:** 32.07
- **Package Information:** Bottle

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*Last updated: 2026-09-30*