Povidone-iodine

Povidone-iodine (CAS 25655-41-8), commonly abbreviated as PVP-I, is a stable iodine complex used as a broad-spectrum antimicrobial active in pharmaceutical and personal care manufacturing.

Where is Povidone-iodine used?

• Pharmaceutical manufacturing: active ingredient in surgical scrubs, wound care solutions and pre-operative skin antiseptics
• Topical antiseptic creams and gels: infection control
• Personal care: antiseptic mouthwashes, throat sprays and medicated skin cleansers
• Food processing environments: surface disinfection and equipment sanitization protocols
• Unlike free iodine, it releases active iodine in a controlled manner.

Good to know: Unlike free iodine, it releases active iodine in a controlled manner, giving sustained efficacy with reduced irritation. Buyers should confirm the available iodine percentage and polymer molecular weight range, as both affect formulation performance and regulatory compliance.

Commercial specifications

• Grades: USP, BP, Ph. Eur.
• Iodine content and available iodine specifications are defined within each pharmacopoeia