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Is Potassium Iodide vegetarian?

Potassium Iodide

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Potassium iodide (KI) is an inorganic salt used as a medication, dietary supplement, and iodine source, administered orally for thyroid protection and treatment of certain fungal infections.

Also known as Kalii Iodidum
INCI name Potassium Iodide
CAS number 7681-11-0
EC number 231-659-4
CosIng ID 36983
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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