Ever since our humble beginning in 1972, we have focused on manufacturing high quality iodine derivative products. What started off as an experiment...
Our Relationship With SQM
5 Ways Iodine Derivatives Are Used Everyday
Iodine is one of the scarcest non-metallic elements found on Earth. Despite being a rare element, it is present in trace amounts all around us. Day...
What Robs You of Iodine?
The thyroid requires iodine in order to function properly. Unfortunately, some people suffer from an iodine deficiency, which can affect thyroid...
How Iodine is Used in Commercial Kitchens
Iodine is routinely used for cleaning purposes in commercial kitchens. It is a well-known sanitizing agent and is commonly found among the supplies...
What Role Does Iodine Play in Radiation?
Radiation exposure occurs when an individual comes into contact with radiation because of a bomb, proximity to a radiological exposure device or...
News: Organic Dairy Industry Makes Iodine Discovery
After dedicating two years to raising iodine levels in organic milk products, the United Kingdom's Organic Milk Suppliers Cooperative (OMSCo)...
Featured Product: ETPPI
Iodeal Brands, a part of the Ajay-Sqm Company, is proud to announce the release of a new product: Ethyl-TriPhenyl-Phosphonium Iodide. This product is...
Iodine’s Important Role in Surgery
Iodine compounds play an important role in the medical field. Because of their antimicrobial properties, these compounds are effective antiseptics....
High in Iodine: 5 Foods to Work into Your Diet
Food High in Iodine Believe it or not, humble iodine is one of the most important bodily nutrients. Unfortunately, many of us aren’t getting the...
The Truth about Iodine Allergies
Although the importance of adequate iodine levels within the body is frequently ignored, without a sufficient iodine level, the thyroid has...
Predicted Growth in the Iodine Industry
Iodine Industry Growth The Global Iodine market is poised to grow at a CAGR of more than five percent by 2022. Ajay SQM Group, one of the top...
5 Questions About Thyroid Disorders
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland that is located in the lower part of your neck directly below the Adam's apple. Your thyroid gland is...
What To Do with a Chemistry Degree
Although research and practical science are common positions for a chemist, there are numerous other career opportunities available. If you have a...
How Elements are Named
Most words in any language develop organically over time. As people encounter new objects or ideas, they decide how they will refer to them when...
How Iodized Salt Made us Smarter
In the early 1900s, table salt in the United States was iodized in order to ensure that all Americans consumed the iodine they needed to function...
5 Myths About Thyroid Health
Persistent myths about thyroid health are common, even among doctors. Here are some of the most pervasive thyroid myths that confuse patients and...
Seventh Row of Periodic Table Fills as Four New Elements are Discovere...
New Element Discovery Scientists recently discovered four new elements, which will complete the seventh row of the periodic table. These elements...
The Importance of Preventing Iodine Deficiency in Pregnant Women
Iodine Deficiency in Pregnancy Before the 1920's, severe iodine deficiency was common in certain segments of the U.S. population. Iodine deficiency...
Year in Review: Top Scientific Discoveries in 2015
From advancements in gene editing to diagnosing cancer with a blood test, in 2015, we saw some amazing scientific discoveries. Ajay-SQM and Iodeal...
How Iodine is Extracted From Caliche Ore
The process of extracting iodine from caliche ore is precise and must be followed carefully to ensure the extraction of pure, quality iodine. If...
6 Little-Known Health Uses for Iodine
There are many commercial applications and uses for iodine and iodine derivatives, but did you know that there are health and medical uses as well?...
How Iodine Functions as a Catalyst
Iodine has a number of uses in a variety of important industries. In the medical field, iodine is used in the production of iodinated contrast...
Understanding Chemical Grades
Chemical Grades If you're looking to purchase iodine derivatives, it's important that you understand the chemical grade and any specifications of the...
5 Ways Iodine Derivatives Keep Crops Healthy
You probably know humans need iodine for several reasons, but did you know that iodine derivatives are readily used in agriculture? Iodine...
Infographic: How You Consume Iodine
Iodine Consumption Infographic Most people know that they get iodine through the table salt that they buy at the grocery store. What they may not...
4 Mistakes to Avoid When Purchasing Iodine Derivatives
4 Biggest Mistakes to Avoid When Purchasing Iodine Derivatives Are you in the market for an iodine derivative? Read on to learn about four of the...
Ajay-SQM Attended CPhI Worldwide 2015
CPhl Worldwide 2015 Big news! Ajay-SQM attended CPhI Worldwide 2015. This year's conference was held in Madrid, and we were very excited to meet...
From Old School Photography to LCD: Iodine Through the Ages
Iodine Uses in Other Industries Over the past century, as science rapidly progressed and technology developed, iodine’s usefulness has remained a...
7 Awesome Chemical Reaction Examples
From a lit match to a rusting metal car – chemical reactions occur around us every day. Sometimes these reactions produce pretty awesome effects....
Infographic: Common Iodide Sources and Uses
Iodide Uses Infographic Iodides are used in all sorts of applications: from pharmaceuticals to cloud seeding, iodides are prevalent in our daily...
