Sodium iodate

Sodium iodate is a chemical compound. Its chemical formula is NaIO3. It has sodium and iodate ions in it.

 Properties 
Sodium iodate is a colorless solid. It is similar to sodium chlorate. It is a strong oxidizing agent. It reacts with sodium hypochlorite to make sodium periodate. It can catch things on fire.

 Preparation 
It is made by dissolving iodic acid or iodine in sodium hydroxide solution. Iodine dissolving also makes sodium iodide.

 Uses 
It is used to make sodium periodate.

 Related pages 
Potassium iodate
Potassium periodate
Potassium chlorate

Category:Potassium compounds
Category:Iodine compounds