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Chemtex manufactures Iodophore which is a very effective and food grade disinfectant for F&B industry such as dairy, ice cream, brewery, food processing, meat processing and beverages etc.

Iodophore or commonly referred as Iodophor is a preparation containing iodine complexed with a solubilizing agent, such as a surfactant or povidone (forming povidone-iodine). The result is a water soluble material that releases free iodine when in solution. Iodophors are prepared by mixing iodine with the solubilizing agent; heat can be used to speed up the reaction.

Application:
 For disinfection in various industry related to the F&B sector.

Dosage:
It is often supplied in different concentrations and is further diluted with water before use. The label will advise the appropriate dilution rate, commonly 1:1000 or 1:100. Equipment to be sanitized should be thoroughly clean and left in contact with the solution for at least 2 minutes. Diluted iodophor is also used extensively in the dairy industry.

Major Benefits
 
Non-Toxic Disinfection.

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