The disinfectant properties of Iodine have led to its use as an alternative to chlorine and bromine. Unlike chlorinated pools, water treated with iodine decreases eye irritation among swimmers, and provides a level of disinfection more stable to adverse conditions. However, its toxic and corrosive properties and the difficulties of dissolving it in water has limited it’s widespread acceptance. One of its most common applications is in poultry industry process water.